Clif Bar

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Clif Bar Blueberry Almond Crisp falls significantly short of the cleaner food options encouraged on our website. This product, while boasting a blend of organic rolled oats and almonds, is marred by multiple ingredients that detract from its healthfulness.

The use of non-organic ingredients immediately reduces its standing, as we prioritize organic certification for a higher green leaf rating. Furthermore, the presence of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in its composition is a critical factor in the low score, as our criteria favor non-GMO foods. The bar’s healthfulness is further compromised by the addition of various forms of sugars, including citric acid, cane syrup, brown rice syrup, and tapioca syrup. These added sugars contribute to the overall caloric content without offering nutritional benefits, and excessive sugar consumption is a known health concern.

In addition to sugars, the Clif Bar Blueberry Almond Crisp includes “natural flavors” and “flavor,” which are ambiguous terms that often mask the true nature of the additives used. These potentially harmful additives can have undisclosed components that raise questions about their safety and health impacts. Moreover, the product contains soybean oil, which we classify as a harmful oil due to its high omega-6 fatty acid content, which can contribute to inflammation when consumed in large quantities.

The inclusion of these ingredients not only affects the product’s green leaf rating but also suggests that there are cleaner, more wholesome alternatives available that do not rely on such additives. Consumers seeking healthier snack options would be well-advised to consider other products that align more closely with the principles of organic ingredients, absence of GMOs, and minimal use of added sugars and potentially harmful additives. The Clif Bar Blueberry Almond Crisp, with its 1/5 green leaf rating, is not among the recommended choices for those aiming to consume cleaner, more health-conscious foods.