THE Snack Mates Kids Chicken & Maple Sticks, 2.5 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd find these chicken & maple sticks in the refrigerated snack case, kids' lunchbox packs, or the grab-and-go section — an on-the-go, kid-friendly snack that leans into nostalgic lunchbox vibes while promoting a 'natural' halo. The ingredient list (collagen casing, encapsulated citric acid, cultured celery juice powder) and uniform chewy texture point to industrial processing and shelf-stable formulation typical of highly processed meat snacks.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
ALL-NATURAL*, CHICKEN, RAISED, WITHOUT, ANTIBIOTICS, HONEY, SEA, SALT, MAPLE, SYRUP, ENCAPSULATED, CITRIC, ACID, CULTURED, CELERY, JUICE, POWDER, (CELERY, POWDER,, SEA, SALT), BLACK, PEPPER, GINGER, CORIANDER, IN, BEEF, COLLAGEN, CASING..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Although ingredients include recognizably simple items (chicken, honey, maple), the use of collagen casing, encapsulated additives and cultured celery juice powder for curing reflect industrial formulations and processing steps consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).
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EPIC PROVISIONS
Common Questions about THE Snack Mates Kids Chicken & Maple Sticks, 2.5 OZ
The Chicken & Maple Sticks can definitely be considered a healthy snack option, especially for those looking for high-protein choices. With only 50 calories and 7 grams of protein per serving, they provide a satisfying, savory treat without a lot of added sugars or unhealthy fats. However, 'healthy' can be subjective — it's great for a post-workout snack or a quick protein boost, but not a substitute for a balanced meal.