Nature's Bakery Apple Cinnamon Fig Bar
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Sodium
- Saturated Fat
- Fiber
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Nature's Bakery Apple Cinnamon Fig Bar is a sweetened fruit and grain snack bar. Its main strength is the low sodium content, while its main tradeoff is the high amount of added sugar. Overall, it serves as a convenient energy boost for those needing a quick, portable snack.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair it with a handful of raw almonds or a piece of fresh fruit for a more balanced snack plate.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is defined by a significant amount of added sugar relative to the total calories. This is balanced by a complete absence of saturated fat and very low sodium levels.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 5g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 75mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs | 38g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 19g | — |
| Added Sugars | 14g | 28% |
| Protein | 3g | — |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 6% |
Ingredient Analysis
The bar is built from whole wheat flour, fig paste, and cane sugar. The formulation becomes more processed through the apple filling and the addition of industrial gums and refined starches to maintain texture and shelf stability.
Ingredients
Whole Wheat Flour, Fig Paste, Cane Sugar, Brown Rice Syrup, Apple Filling (Cane Sugar, Naturally Milled Sugar, Rice Starch, Apple Powder, Evaporated Apples, Glycerin, Natural Flavor, Pectin, Citric Acid, Cinnamon, Locust Bean Gum), Canola Oil, Whole Grain Oats, Glycerin, Fruit Juice (for Color), Sea Salt, Natural Flavor, Citric Acid, Baking Soda.
