Lemon Zest Bar, 1.69 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd spot this CLIF Lemon Zest bar in the energy/health bar aisle, a gym bag, or a road-trip snack stash — marketed as an easy grab-and-go boost for hikes, commutes, or busy workdays. Its smooth, chewy texture and long ingredient list (protein isolates, multiple syrups, oils, glycerin and “natural flavors”) point to industrial ultraprocessing that prioritizes shelf life, consistent mouthfeel and convenience over whole-food simplicity.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
PROTEIN, GRAIN, BLEND, (ROLLED, OATS*,, SOY, PROTEIN, ISOLATE,, RICE, FLOUR*,, ROASTED, SOYBEANS*,, SOY, FLOUR*), BROWN, RICE, SYRUP*, CANE, SUGAR*, CHICORY, FIBER, SYRUP, HIGH, OLEIC, SUNFLOWER, OIL*, VEGETABLE, GLYCERIN, PALM, KERNEL, OIL, PALM, KERNEL, SOLIDS*, SOY, FLOUR*, NATURAL, FLAVORS, LEMON, JUICE, CONCENTRATE*, GLUCOSE, SYRUP*, SOY, LECITHIN*, CITRIC, ACID, SEA, SALT, PECTIN, SODIUM, BICARBONATE..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •high oleic sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains processed ingredients and additives typical of ultra-processed foods — soy protein isolate, multiple syrups (brown rice, glucose), vegetable glycerin, palm kernel solids, and natural flavors — indicating industrial formulations and ready-to-eat convenience consistent with NOVA group 4.
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Common Questions about Lemon Zest Bar, 1.69 OZ
The Lemon Zest Bar can be a nutritious option, especially if you're looking for a quick snack with some protein. It packs in 8 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber, which can help keep you feeling satisfied. However, 'healthy' can be subjective — it’s great for an energy boost, but if you’re seeking low-carb or organic options, you might want to explore other snacks.