One Bars

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the ‘One Bars Pumpkin Pie’ receives the lowest possible score on our green leaf rating system. This product does not meet the criteria for clean eating that our website advocates. The absence of organic ingredients and the inclusion of GMOs are notable factors in its low rating. Additionally, the presence of added sugars, particularly Maltitol and Sucralose, heavily detract from its overall healthfulness.

The product is crafted with a protein blend that includes milk protein isolate and whey protein isolate, yet it is marred by several ingredients that raise concerns. It contains palm kernel oil, which is often associated with environmental and ethical issues, further contributing to the product’s low score. The use of vegetable glycerin, isomalto-oligosaccharides, and maltitol could be indicative of an attempt to improve texture or taste, but these additives do not align with the goal of providing cleaner food options.

Furthermore, the inclusion of natural flavors and soy lecithin, both of which are considered potentially harmful additives, reduces the product’s standing on our scale. The presence of distilled monoglycerides, another additive, along with the artificial sweetener sucralose, reflects a formulation choice that prioritizes shelf stability and sweetness over health.

The product also contains nonfat dry milk, sea salt, tapioca starch, and sunflower oil, which might be less concerning were it not for the other problematic ingredients. Cocoa powder processed with alkali, calcium carbonate, and beta-carotene for color round out the ingredient list, but they do not significantly impact the product’s low score.

Customers seeking cleaner, healthier food options are advised to avoid this product. The use of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, and potentially harmful additives and oils are the primary reasons for the product’s poor rating. The ‘One Bars Pumpkin Pie’ does not represent the kind of nourishing, wholesome food that our website aims to promote.