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Energy-dense, high in protein and healthy fats
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Nut Bar (40 g) has 192 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.2 g of carbs, 5.2 g of protein, 12.8 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
A nut bar is a compact snack made by binding whole or chopped nuts and seeds into a slice. Recipes vary: the mixture may be held together with honey, syrup or another sweet binder, and some versions include dried fruit or chocolate.
Its mix of crunchy pieces and a slightly chewy, glossy binder makes it easy to eat on the go, pack for a hike or keep as a quick snack between meals. In many places it is also served with coffee or tea. Nut bars are energy-dense, with protein and fats from the nuts and seeds; this one provides 13 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter snack, have a small piece alongside fresh fruit or plain yogurt.
Selected: 100 g
480
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
38g
· 14% DV
Protein
13g
· 26% DV
Fat
32g
· 41% DV
Fiber
7g
· 25% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 31% · Protein 11% · Fat 58%
Vitamins
Vitamin E
4.5mg · 30% DV
Biotin
8µg · 27% DV
B1
0.25mg · 21% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Copper
1mg · 111% DV
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Magnesium
110mg · 26% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 480 calories in 100 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.
NOVA 3
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
16g
POLYUNSATURATED
9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
A Nut Bar is usually made with whole or chopped nuts held together by a binder such as honey, dates, or syrup. Some versions also include seeds, dried fruit, or chocolate, so the ingredients vary by recipe and brand.
A Nut Bar can be a nourishing snack because nuts provide protein and mostly unsaturated fats. Some bars also contain substantial added sweeteners or chocolate, so a nut-rich option with less added sugar is a better everyday pick.
To make a Nut Bar at home, mix chopped nuts and seeds with a sticky binder, press the mixture firmly into a lined pan, then chill or bake it until set. Let it cool completely before cutting so the pieces hold together.
A Nut Bar usually falls apart when there is too little binder, the mixture was not pressed firmly enough, or it was cut before fully cooling. Mix the binder through evenly and compact the mixture well before chilling or baking.
A Nut Bar does not cause weight loss by itself, but its nuts can make a small portion satisfying. Because bars are compact and energy-dense, portion size matters; a sweet, chocolate-coated bar may be less filling than a simpler nut-heavy one.
Yes, a Nut Bar can be a convenient pre-workout snack, especially when you need something portable. Its fat and fibre may take longer to digest, though, so eating it too close to exercise can feel uncomfortable for some people.
Store a Nut Bar in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to help preserve its texture and keep the nuts from turning stale. Once a packaged bar is opened, reseal it and follow the storage directions on its packaging.
Yes, you can freeze Nut Bars. Wrap them individually or separate them with parchment in a sealed freezer container, then thaw one at room temperature before eating. The texture may be slightly softer after thawing.
A Nut Bar is built mainly around nuts, while a granola bar typically features oats or other grains. The names are not strict recipe definitions, though, and many commercial bars combine nuts, grains, seeds, and sweeteners.
Yes, a Nut Bar is easy to pack and does not need preparation, making it useful for travel or a day hike. Keep it out of hot conditions, where the binder may soften and chocolate-coated versions can melt.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.