Meal Bar, Caramel Peanut
Processing Score
14.8Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
4.5/10Fair
The processing score reflects 50 ingredients, including hydrogenated oil, artificial flavoring, preservatives, plus 2 more we flag. 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
038000702655
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size45 g
Amount per serving
Calories
180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g
6%
Saturated Fat 3g
15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 150mg
7%
Total Carbohydrate 25g
9%
Dietary Fiber 5g
18%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 10g
Vitamin D 16.2mcg
81%
Calcium 200mg
15%
Iron 2.7mg
15%
* 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
44 listed · 10 flagged for reviewSOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, SUGAR, VEGETABLE OIL (PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, SOYBEAN AND PALM OIL WITH TBHQ FOR FRESHNESS), PEANUTS, WHOLE GRAIN OATS, CORN SYRUP, INULIN FROM CHICORY ROOT, FRUCTOSE, RICE, CHICORY ROOT FIBER, DEXTROSE, POLYDEXTROSE, SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK (MILK, SUGAR), COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, WHEY, GLYCERIN, CALCIUM CARBONATE, WHEAT GLUTEN, SORBITOL, MOLASSES, SALT, SOY LECITHIN, NONFAT MILK, DEFATTED WHEAT GERM, SORBITAN MONOSTEARATE, VITAMIN C, POLYSORBATE 60, MALT FLAVOR, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, POLYSORBATE 80, VITAMIN E (D-ALPHA TOCOPHEROL), NIACINAMIDE, CALCIUM CASEINATE, ZINC OXIDE, REDUCED IRON, BHT FOR FRESHNESS, VITAMIN B6, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, VITAMIN B1, VITAMIN B2, ALMOND FLOUR, FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN B12, VITAMIN D.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Meal Bar, Caramel Peanut scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
- Chemical Preservatives (Bht For Freshness): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- 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 (Glycerin, Soy Lecithin, Sorbitan Monostearate, +2 more): Industrial emulsifiers indicate 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 Meal Bar, Caramel Peanut'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.
- Sugar AlcoholsUPF marker
In this product: Sorbitol.
Modified sweeteners common in diet UPF products.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar, Fructose, Dextrose, Polydextrose, and 2 more.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Vegetable Oil (Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Soybean And Palm Oil With Tbhq For Freshness).
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Phosphate, Calcium Caseinate, Zinc Oxide, and 1 more.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Synthetic VitaminsProcessing indicator
In this product: Vitamin C, Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopherol), Niacinamide, Vitamin B6, 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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