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Better Protein Bars - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Better Protein Bars Recipe

Better Protein Bars has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 36.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 12.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Better Protein Bars has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat36%
 Calories from Carbs48%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A410 IU8.2%
Vitamin C0.36 mg0.6%
Vitamin D5.2 IU1.3%
Vitamin E1.8 mg6.1%
Thiamin0.24 mg15.7%
Riboflavin0.19 mg11.4%
Niacin3.2 mg15.8%
Vitamin B60.24 mg12%
Folate53.6 mcg13.4%
Vitamin B120.1 mcg1.6%
Pantothenic Acid0.58 mg5.8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium48 mg4.8%
Iron2 mg11.2%
Magnesium86 mg21.5%
Phosphorus208 mg20.8%
Potassium565.5 mg16.2%
Sodium183.8 mg7.7%
Zinc1.9 mg12.7%
Copper0.35 mg17.3%
Manganese1.3 mg63.8%
Selenium11.2 mcg16%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate36.6 g12.2%
Dietary Fiber4.1 g16.4%
Sugars14.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.3 g24.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.1 g18.6%
Saturated Fat2.4 g12%
Monounsaturated Fat4.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 288 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.1 g 18.6%

Saturated Fat 2.4 g 12%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 41.9 mg 14%

Sodium 183.8 mg 7.7%

Total Carbohydrates 36.6 g 12.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.1 g16.4%

Sugars 14.6 g

Protein 12.3 g 24.6%

Vitamin A 8.2% Vitamin C 0.6%

Calcium 4.8% Iron 11.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=99429 Embed Table:

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