Protein Bites - Chocolate Chip

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Why this score

• Ultra-processed (NOVA 4)Ultra-processed per the NOVA classification — −1.5, never below 7 on this rule alone.
• High in sugar; medium saturated fat, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar; medium saturated fat, salt (−0.9).

Ingredients (21)

• 9DatesWhole food, natural sweetener, fiber, minerals, antioxidants
• 8Peanut butterMinimally processed, good protein and healthy fats when unsweetened
• 6Rice StarchProcessed starch, neutral nutritional value, acceptable binder/thickener.
• 8Grape juice concentrateMinimally processed fruit concentrate, maintains antioxidant properties
• 9OatsWhole grain, minimally processed, excellent nutritional profile with fiber
• 9PeanutsWhole legume, natural, good protein and healthy fats.
• 10Cacao nibsWhole food, minimally processed, rich in antioxidants and minerals
• 8Pea proteinPlant-based protein; minimally processed; supports protein content.
• 8Rice proteinWhole food source protein; minimally processed and natural.
• 7Rice FlourWhole grain derivative; filler, minimal processing, gluten-free.
• 9Cacao powderMinimally processed cacao, retains nutrients and antioxidants
• 8Cocoa powderMinimally processed cocoa; antioxidant-rich.
• 9FlaxseedWhole food, rich in omega-3s, fiber, lignans, minimally processed
• 7Tapioca fiberProcessed plant fiber, supports digestion, generally recognized safe
• 8Acerola cherry extractNatural fruit extract, excellent vitamin C source, minimally processed
• 6Natural flavoringNatural flavoring agents; minimally processed, generally acceptable.
• 7Pink Himalayan saltMinimally processed mineral salt, contains trace minerals, same sodium concerns
• 8Vitamin D3Essential vitamin; critical for bone health and immunity.
• 9Vitamin B12Essential micronutrient, important for energy and nervous system
• 9Cacao butterNatural fat from cacao bean, minimally processed, no additives
• 8Dark chocolate piecesWhole food derivative, antioxidant-rich, minimal processing if quality

Allergens

Contains: peanuts

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.