Huel Bar

The Huel Bar Banana Pudding Protein Bar receives a rating of 2 out of 5 green leaves on our scale for cleaner food options. This evaluation reflects the presence of ingredients that fall short of the clean and healthy standards we promote.

The product is not organic, which detracts from its potential appeal to those seeking pure, unmodified food sources. Its use of GMO-free ingredients is a positive aspect, yet the bar contains added sugars, including sugar and erythritol, which are less desirable for a health-conscious consumer. The inclusion of potentially harmful additives such as natural flavors, unspecified flavors, pyridoxine hydrochloride, and glycerin further diminishes the bar’s health credentials. Of particular concern is the presence of maltodextrin, a known harmful additive that significantly impacts the product’s overall score.

The ingredient list suggests that while Huel attempts to offer a protein-rich snack with components like pea protein, brown rice protein, and peanut butter, the bar’s composition is marred by the inclusion of several less favorable elements. These include synthetic vitamins and minerals, which, although they contribute to the nutrient profile, are not as beneficial as whole food sources. The addition of medium-chain triglyceride oil from coconut and sunflower oil provides fats, but their overall impact on health is mixed, particularly considering the processed nature of these oils.

Despite the presence of healthful ingredients such as ground flaxseed and dried banana pieces, the drawbacks of the additives and lack of organic certification overshadow the potential benefits. The Huel Bar Banana Pudding Protein Bar could be vastly improved by eliminating harmful additives, opting for organic components, and reducing added sugars to better align with the criteria for a cleaner food product. Consumers seeking the cleanest options might find this bar falls short of expectations and could benefit from further reformulation to enhance its nutritional integrity.