Balance Bar - Gold Caramel Nut Blast has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 44g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. Its high sugar content puts it in the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 28 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 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. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Balance Bar - Gold Caramel Nut Blast has been given a composite ranking of 18, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 27% | |
Calories from Fat | 30% | |
Calories from Carbs | 43% |
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 |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 200 mg | 20% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 9 mg | 50% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 250 mg | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 320 mg | 13.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 44 g | 14.7% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 16% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 34 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 28 g | 56% | 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 200 Calories from Fat 60
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7 g 10.8%
Saturated Fat 4 g 20%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%
Sodium 160 mg 6.7%
Total Carbohydrates 22 g 7.3%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 17 g
Protein 14 g 28%
Vitamin A 50% Vitamin C 100%
Calcium 10% Iron 25%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 397
Protein 18.8 g | Carbs 56.4 g | Fat 12.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 421
Protein 26.1 g | Carbs 48.1 g | Fat 14 g
Per 100g | Calories 400
Protein 15 g | Carbs 55 g | Fat 12.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 375
Protein 16.7 g | Carbs 56.3 g | Fat 12.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 400
Protein 28 g | Carbs 44 g | Fat 14 g
Per 100g | Calories 400
Protein 28 g | Carbs 42 g | Fat 14 g
Per 100g | Calories 400
Protein 28 g | Carbs 46 g | Fat 14 g
Per 100g | Calories 400
Protein 28 g | Carbs 42 g | Fat 14 g