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Lemon Zest Bar, 1.69 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Lemon Zest Bar, 1.69 OZ

CLIF
Available at Whole Foods
190
Calories
8g
Protein
9g
Sugars
85mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
52
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this CLIF Lemon Zest Bar in the energy-bar aisle or tucked into a gym bag, backpack, or glove compartment for a quick pick-me-up on a hike or commute. It gives an active, wholesome-by-design vibe with bright citrus notes, but it’s clearly a manufactured convenience snack. The long list of syrups, protein isolate, refined oils and emulsifiers explains the chewy, uniform texture and points to ultra-processed production methods.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 BAR
Servings per Container: 1
Calories190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium85mg4%
Total Carbohydrate28g10%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars9g
Protein8g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Ingredients include industrial formulations like soy protein isolate, multiple added syrups and refined vegetable oils, plus emulsifiers and natural flavors—hallmarks of ultra-processed foods, so NOVA 4 is appropriate.

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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.

Perfect For

post-workout
road-trip
back-to-school
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

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$1.59
per package