Kind Bars

Awarded a 1/5 green leaf rating, the Kind Bars Salted Caramel Dark Chocolate Nut falls significantly short of the clean food criteria set by our website. This product is not organic, and it doesn’t use non-GMO ingredients, issues that are central to our evaluation process. The presence of added sugars, including both sugar and glucose syrup, further detracts from its score, as we prioritize products free from such sweeteners.

Moreover, the inclusion of potentially harmful additives like natural flavors and soy lecithin raises concerns. These ingredients often mask a range of unspecified chemicals and potential allergens that do not align with our mission of promoting cleaner food options. The use of palm kernel oil is another significant drawback. This oil is not only environmentally contentious due to its association with deforestation and habitat destruction but is also considered a less healthy fat compared to other plant-based oils.

The bar’s ingredient list features peanuts, almonds, chicory root fiber, honey, cashews, rice flour, unsweetened chocolate, alkalized cocoa, sea salt, and cocoa butter. Despite the presence of several whole food components, the negative impact of the aforementioned ingredients overshadows the potential benefits these nuts and fibers may offer.

Our stringent criteria are designed to guide consumers toward healthier and more sustainable food choices. The Kind Bars Salted Caramel Dark Chocolate Nut does not meet these standards due to its non-organic status, GMO content, added sugars, harmful additives, and the inclusion of palm kernel oil. As a result, we advise consumers to seek alternative snack options that better align with the principles of clean eating and environmental responsibility.