Balance Bar - Caramel Nut Blast Gold has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 44g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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. With 30 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 9 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also very high in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 66, for Balance Bar - Caramel Nut Blast Gold, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 28% | |
Calories from Fat | 30% | |
Calories from Carbs | 42% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 5000 IU | 100% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin C | 120 mg | 200% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin E | 60 mg | 200% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0.8 mg | 53.3% | Top 30% | High |
Riboflavin | 1 mg | 58.8% | Top 30% | High |
Niacin | 10 mg | 50% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 1 mg | 50% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B12 | 3 mcg | 50% | Mid 40% | Average |
Pantothenic Acid | 5 mg | 50% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 200 mg | 20% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 9 mg | 50% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 80 mg | 20% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 300 mg | 30% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 210 mg | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 230 mg | 9.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Manganese | 1.5 mg | 75% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 30 mcg | 42.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 44 g | 14.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 26 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 30 g | 60% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 14 g | 21.5% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 8 g | 40% | Top 30% | High |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 210 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7 g 10.8%
Saturated Fat 4 g 20%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 3 mg 1%
Sodium 115 mg 4.8%
Total Carbohydrates 22 g 7.3%
Dietary Fiber 0.5 g2%
Sugars 13 g
Protein 15 g 30%
Vitamin A 50% Vitamin C 100%
Calcium 10% Iron 25%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 429
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 48.5 g | Fat 22.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 459
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 60 g | Fat 23.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 390
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 55.8 g | Fat 16.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 345
Protein 4.7 g | Carbs 54.9 g | Fat 13.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 400
Protein 28 g | Carbs 44 g | Fat 12 g
Per 100g | Calories 400
Protein 28 g | Carbs 44 g | Fat 12 g
Per 100g | Calories 444
Protein 31.1 g | Carbs 46.7 g | Fat 15.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 421
Protein 26.1 g | Carbs 48.1 g | Fat 14 g