Cherry Nut Protein Meal Bars, Cherry Nut
Processing Score
10.3Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
4/10Fair
The processing score reflects 48 ingredients, including emulsifiers or gums and natural flavoring. The nutrition score reflects high sugar and saturated fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Little Or No Cholesterol ListedGood Protein SourceGood Fiber Source
Nutrient Alerts
High SugarHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
038000186141
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size51 g
Amount per serving
Calories
210
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g
9%
Saturated Fat 3.5g
18%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 150mg
7%
Total Carbohydrate 26g
9%
Dietary Fiber 5g
18%
Total Sugars 16g
Includes 15g Added Sugars
30%
Protein 12g
Calcium 330mg
25%
Iron 4.5mg
25%
Potassium 130mg
3%
* 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
33 listed · 8 flagged for reviewSOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, SOLUBLE CORN FIBER, PEANUTS, CHERRY FLAVORED CRANBERRIES (SUGAR, DRIED CRANBERRIES, CHERRY JUICE CONCENTRATE, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS, FRUIT JUICE FOR COLOR), SUGAR, FRUCTOSE, PALM KERNEL AND PALM OIL, WHOLE GRAIN OATS, SEMISWEET CHOCOLATE CHUNKS (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, MILKFAT, COCOA BUTTER, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT), DRIED CHERRIES (CHERRIES, SUGAR), DEXTROSE, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, VEGETABLE GLYCERIN, ROASTED SOYBEANS, SEA SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS, SOY LECITHIN, ROSEMARY EXTRACT FOR FRESHNESS, XANTHAN GUM, WHEY, WHEAT STARCH. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: CALCIUM CARBONATE, MAGNESIUM OXIDE, VITAMIN C, VITAMIN E ACETATE, FOLIC ACID, REDUCED IRON, NIACINAMIDE, VITAMIN B12, VITAMIN B6, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, VITAMIN B1, VITAMIN B2, VITAMIN D3.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Cherry Nut Protein Meal Bars, Cherry Nut scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Processed Dairy Ingredients (Soy Protein Isolate): Isolated proteins and modified ingredients indicate UPF.
- Processed Fruit Products (Cocoa Processed With Alkali): Concentrates and extracts indicate significant processing.
- Emulsifiers (Vegetable Glycerin, Soy Lecithin): Industrial emulsifiers indicate UPF.
- Natural Flavors (Natural Flavors): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Stabilizers & Gums (Xanthan Gum): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
Within Snack & Energy Bars, this product is more processed than about 65% of the 8,001 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Cherry Nut Protein Meal Bars, Cherry Nut's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Cherry Flavored Cranberries (Sugar, Dried Cranberries, Cherry Juice Concentrate, Citric Acid, Natural Flavors, Fruit Juice For Color), Sugar, Fructose, Semisweet Chocolate Chunks (Sugar, Chocolate, Milkfat, Cocoa Butter, Soy Lecithin, Natural Flavor, Salt), and 2 more.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Palm Kernel And Palm Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Sea Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Wheat Starch. Vitamins And Minerals: Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Oxide, Reduced Iron.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Synthetic VitaminsProcessing indicator
In this product: Vitamin C, Vitamin E Acetate, Folic Acid, Niacinamide, and 6 more.
Fortification often compensates for processing losses.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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