Nature's Bakery Pumpkin Spice 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 Pumpkin Spice Fig Bar is a portable, fruit-filled snack bar. Its main strength is low sodium, while its main tradeoff is high added sugar. Overall, it functions as a sweet treat for those seeking a convenient, plant-based 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 nutrition panel is dominated by a high sugar load that offsets the modest fiber and protein content. On the positive side, it is very low in sodium and contains no saturated fat.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 4.5g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 75mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs | 38g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 21g | — |
| Added Sugars | 16g | 32% |
| Protein | 3g | — |
| Calcium | 26mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
Ingredient Analysis
The base consists of whole wheat flour, cane sugar, and fig paste. The formulation is further refined by a pumpkin spice jam that utilizes glycerin, rice starch, and industrial gums to maintain texture and shelf stability.
Ingredients
Whole Wheat Flour, Cane Sugar, Fig Paste, Brown Rice Syrup, Canola Oil, Pumpkin Spice Jam (Cane Sugar, Naturally Milled Sugar, Glycerin, Pumpkin, Rice Starch, Apple Powder, Natural Flavor, Pectin, Citric Acid, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Locust Bean Gum, Ginger, Allspice), Whole Grain Oats, Molasses, Pumpkin, Glycerin, Spices, Natural Flavor, Sea Salt, Citric Acid, Baking Soda.
