NUTRAGEOUS

peanut-bars

Why this score

• Capped: contains Artificial Flavoursynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Capped: contains High Maltose Corn Syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains TBHQEWG: avoid
• Capped: contains High Fructose Corn Syrupadded-sugar load
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugar, saturated fat; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar, saturated fat; medium salt (−1.2).

Ingredients (37)

• 8Cocoa butterNatural fat from cocoa; minimally processed, acceptable.
• 9Cocoa MassGround cocoa solids; minimally processed, antioxidant-rich.
• 7Skimmed Milk PowderProcessed dairy; retains protein and minerals despite processing.
• 7LactoseNatural milk sugar, wholesome but problematic for intolerant
• 8Milk fatNatural dairy fat; acceptable in moderation.
• 8Whey powder milkConcentrated protein source, minimal processing, nutrient-dense
• 5EmulsifiersUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 2Artificial FlavourSynthetic chemical; no nutritional value, potential health concerns
• 6VanillinSynthetic flavoring; safe but artificial alternative to natural vanilla extract
• 9PeanutsWhole legume, natural source of protein and healthy fats
• 4High Maltose Corn SyrupRefined sweetener with high glycemic index; minimal nutritional value
• 3SugarHighly refined; major contributor to added sugars in diet.
• 7Whey protein concentrateProcessed dairy protein, nutritious but moderately refined
• 6SaltCommon ingredient; moderate sodium content in product per label.
• 7Acidity RegulatorUnspecified acid; likely citric or similar but identity unclear.
• 8CornLikely corn syrup or corn starch; degree of processing unclear.
• 6Milk Chocolate Flavour CoatingProcessed chocolate product with added sugars and flavorings
• 4Palm OilHighly processed saturated fat; environmental concerns with production
• 7Shea OilNatural plant oil, minimally processed, generally healthy fat
• 6Sunflower OilNatural plant oil, good source of vitamin E and unsaturated fats
• 4Palm Kernel OilHighly saturated fat from palm kernel; environmental concerns
• 8Safflower OilNatural plant oil, high in unsaturated fats, generally healthy
• 7Soya LecithinNatural emulsifier derived from soybeans, generally recognized as safe
• 6Polyglycerol PolyricinoleateSynthetic emulsifier; approved but highly processed with minimal research
• 8Peanut ButterMinimally processed when pure, good protein and fat source
• 3DextroseRefined simple sugar, quickly absorbed, minimal nutritional value
• 2Corn SyrupHighly refined sweetener with minimal nutritional value and empty calories
• 2TBHQSynthetic antioxidant; safety debated; associated with health concerns
• 5CaramelProcessed coloring; composition varies; safety profile unclear
• 3High Fructose Corn SyrupHighly processed sweetener; associated with metabolic and health concerns
• 6SorbitolSugar alcohol; calorie-reduced sweetener; can cause digestive issues in excess
• 8Whey PowderDairy-derived protein; minimally processed; good amino acid profile
• 8MilkWhole food, natural source of calcium, protein, and vitamins
• 7Calcium CaseinateMilk-derived protein; minimally processed; good nutritional source
• 7Trisodium CitrateFood additive derived from citric acid; safe, used as buffer and preservative
• 4Artificial Vanilla FlavorSynthetic flavoring; minimal nutritional value; safety generally acceptable
• 6Mono- and DiglyceridesSynthetic emulsifier; processed; approved but long-term effects unclear

Allergens

Contains: milk, peanuts, soy

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.