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High-protein snack bar with salted caramel and nut flavor
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Nature Valley Protein Bar (Salted Caramel Nut) (40 g) has 164 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.8 g of carbs, 11.2 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 72 mg of Phosphorus covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
164
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
12.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
11.2g
· 22% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 28% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.68 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 160 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 2 piece (large) | 80 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 pack (double) | 80 g | 328 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
It is a convenient protein-containing snack, but it is classified as ultra-processed and is not a substitute for a varied meal. It can fit occasionally; balance it with minimally processed foods such as fruit, yogurt, or nuts in your usual eating pattern.
Nature Valley Protein Bar (Salted Caramel Nut) is a packaged, ultra-processed snack, while a homemade bar lets you choose the ingredients and sweetness. The packaged bar is convenient to carry; making one at home gives you more control over its recipe.
It is a protein snack with salted caramel and nut flavor. The exact ingredients and protein sources can vary by country or formulation, so use the ingredient list on your particular wrapper for the precise recipe.
No bar causes weight loss on its own. It may work as a planned snack, but adding it on top of your usual food can add to your daily intake. Treat it as a snack rather than a weight-loss product.
Either can work. It is portable before exercise or a protein-containing option afterward, but it is not automatically a complete pre-workout energy source or recovery meal. Have water as well, especially after sweating.
No, one bar is not a complete meal. It can be a convenient snack when you are short on time, but a meal should offer more variety, such as vegetables, grains, and other protein-containing foods.
Yes, it is a portable packaged snack that is easy to carry on a hike. Keep it out of direct sun and heat, which can soften the bar, and bring water and other food for a longer outing.
No, refrigeration is generally unnecessary. Store the sealed bar in a cool, dry place away from sunlight; heat can soften its caramel component. Follow any different storage directions printed on your package.
Wrap the remaining portion tightly or place it in an airtight container, then keep it somewhere cool and dry. Eat it soon after opening for the best texture, and follow the package directions if they specify otherwise.
Yes, you can have it as part of breakfast, but it is more useful alongside other foods than on its own. Pair it with something like fruit and yogurt for a more varied, filling start to the day.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B12
0.08µg · 3% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
72mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Sodium
160mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
24mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 164 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Nature Valley Protein Bar (Salted Caramel Nut) is a packaged snack bar with a sweet-salty caramel and nut flavour, combining a chewy centre with crunchy pieces. It is made for convenient eating on the go: have one between meals, tuck it into a packed lunch, or take it along on a walk or trip. Its caramel sweetness and crisp texture also make it an easy companion to coffee or tea.
With 28 g of protein per 100 g, it is a protein-forward snack, with fibre as well. Pair it with fresh fruit or plain yoghurt if you want a more rounded snack, or enjoy it on its own when you need something portable. The caramel flavour is fairly sweet, so unsweetened tea or coffee can balance it nicely.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.