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Kind Bars Multipack, Caramel Almond Sea Salt
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Kind Bars Multipack, Caramel Almond Sea Salt

Kind
8.40 oz
Available at Foodtown
170
Calories
6g
Protein
5g
Sugars
125mg
Sodium
7g
Fiber
26
Ingredients

What You Should Know

KIND Bars Multipack Caramel Almond & Sea Salt sits on the grocery store snack bar aisle — shelved with granola bars, protein bars and trail mix, and sometimes positioned near checkout or health-food displays to grab last-minute purchases. It reads as an on-the-go solution for busy mornings, desk-side afternoons, road trips and light post-workout refueling. The brand leans into a wholesome, transparent persona: marketing highlights almonds as the #1 ingredient, touts heart-healthy nuts and simple-seeming flavors (caramel + sea salt), and targets health-conscious shoppers, millennials and parents who want a portable snack that ‘‘feels’’ real. Packaging and labels emphasize health halos: gluten free, low glycemic, made without genetically engineered ingredients and statements about fiber and protein; there is no organic certification and the design avoids overtly kid-oriented graphics. Processing context: although based around whole almonds, the bar contains added sweeteners, oils, fibers and emulsifiers created in a factory, so it’s a packaged, processed snack rather than a homemade nut cluster. Sensory notes: expect a crunchy-nut backbone from whole almonds, sticky, chewy pockets of caramel, a pronounced sweet-and-salty finish from sea salt, and a slight powderiness from rice flour and fiber ingredients. Bars come in individual plastic/foil wrappers inside a small multipack box, encouraging grab-and-go rituals — breakfast with coffee, a mid-hike pick, or a lunchtime desk snack. The experience is familiar and satisfying: a tactile unwrap, the audible almond crunch, and a quick, portion-controlled treat that trades a slice of indulgence for perceived nutritional benefits.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 6
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat15g19%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Sodium125mg5%
Total Carbohydrate16g6%
Dietary Fiber7g25%
Total Sugars5g
Added Sugars4g8%
Protein6g
* 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

Almonds,, Chicory, Root, Fiber,, Honey,, Glucose, Syrup,, Cane, Sugar,, Palm, Kernel, Oil,, Rice, Flour,, Milk, Powder,, Sea, Salt,, Carob, Powder,, Soy, Lecithin,, Natural, Flavor,, Annatto, Extract..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Palm Kernel Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Annatto Extract - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

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?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (glucose syrup, palm kernel oil, chicory root fiber, soy lecithin, natural flavors) and is manufactured into ready-to-eat bars, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Kind Bars Multipack, Caramel Almond Sea Salt

The Kind Bar is a decent snack option, especially if you're looking for something that balances protein and fiber. With 6 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber, it can keep you satisfied between meals. However, it does have added sugars and isn't exactly a low-calorie option, so it's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Perfect For

road-trip
post-workout
back-to-school

Vibe:

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