Bulletproof
Flavor:
Protein Crisp Bar Chocolate Mint Chip
Ingredients:
Pea Protein Crisps (Pea Protein, Tapioca Starch/Flour, Calcium Carbonate), Almond Butter, Inulin, Prebiotic Tapioca Fiber, Pea Protein, Roasted Almonds, Chocolate Chips (Unsweetened Chocolate, Erythritol, Cocoa Butter, Stevia, Sunflower Lecithin), Gum Acacia, Cocoa Powder (Processed With Alkali), Glycerin, Erythritol, Cocoa Butter. Less Than 2%: Mct Oil (Caprylic And Capric Acid Triglycerides From High Refined Coconut Oil), Sunflower Lecithin, Peppermint Natural Flavors, Sea Salt, Natural Flavors, Mixed Tocopherols, Stevia Leaf Extract, Monk Fruit Extract.
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 3 out of 5 green leaves, the Bulletproof Protein Crisp Bar Chocolate Mint Chip positions itself as a middle-of-the-road option for those seeking cleaner food products. This rating reflects a balance between the product’s use of non-organic and potentially genetically modified ingredients and its inclusion of some health-conscious elements.
The bar is not certified organic, which resulted in a reduction of its overall score. Additionally, the lack of non-GMO verification further impacts the product’s standing in terms of ingredient purity. The presence of sweeteners such as Stevia and Erythritol, although not traditional sugars, also contributes to a lower score due to their classification as added sugars.
Concerns arise with the inclusion of ‘Natural Flavors’ and ‘Flavor’ in the ingredient list, as these terms lack transparency and may encompass a range of undisclosed compounds. Glycerin, another ingredient, although common in food products, is deemed a potentially harmful additive, which further affects the bar’s rating.
The protein content is primarily sourced from pea protein crisps, which are paired with almond butter and roasted almonds, contributing to the product’s nutritional profile. Prebiotic fibers from inulin and tapioca are present, which may offer digestive benefits. Medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil derived from coconut provides fats that are easily metabolized for energy.
Despite these positive attributes, the product’s departure from organic and non-GMO standards, alongside the use of added sweeteners and ambiguous additives, places it squarely in the average category of healthful offerings. The Bulletproof Protein Crisp Bar Chocolate Mint Chip, therefore, holds potential for those seeking a convenient snack but may not fully align with the expectations of consumers prioritizing organic and non-GMO ingredients within their diets.
Certifications:
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