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Is Chocolate Chip Protein Bar Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Luna

Chocolate Chip Protein Bar is a snack from Luna. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Palm Kernel Oil.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes soy protein isolate and whey protein concentrate as protein sources, but also contains multiple sugars and palm kernel oil, raising quality concerns.

Main concern

Cane syrup and cane sugar are added sugars that may raise concerns about excessive sweetness.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Soy protein isolate provides a plant-based protein source, contributing to the protein content.
  • Whey protein concentrate adds additional protein, enhancing the nutritional profile.
  • Cocoa and chocolate ingredients offer flavor and potential antioxidant benefits.
  • Chicory fiber syrup may contribute to dietary fiber content.

Concerns

  • Cane syrup and cane sugar are added sugars that may raise concerns about excessive sweetness.
  • Palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises sustainability and health concerns.
  • Natural flavors are vague and may include synthetic components, reducing transparency.
  • Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that may be derived from genetically modified soy.

Who should avoid this product?

This snack may not be the best fit for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 3411438

More from this brand: Luna products in Zerotox

Similar products: snack in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: soy , milk , tree_nut

Report / complain: You may report errors or complain about this product or its formulation to hello [at] zeroto.app . Published for transparency.

Frequently asked questions

Luna — Chocolate Chip Protein Bar has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Luna — Chocolate Chip Protein Bar has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Luna products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
We detected: soy, milk, tree_nut. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Luna — Chocolate Chip Protein Bar has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among snack products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: soy protein isolate, chicory fiber syrup, cocoa. See the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Soy protein isolate provides a plant-based protein source, contributing to the protein content.; Whey protein concentrate adds additional protein, enhancing the nutritional profile.; Cocoa and chocolate ingredients offer flavor and potential antioxidant benefits.. See the Pros section above.
Zerotox gives Luna — Chocolate Chip Protein Bar a safety score of 60 / 100 based on ingredients. See the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Browse Luna products on Zerotox with ingredient analysis and safety scores.
The composition includes soy protein isolate and whey protein concentrate as protein sources, but also contains multiple sugars and palm kernel oil, raising quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Cane syrup and cane sugar are added sugars that may raise concerns about excessive sweetness.; Palm kernel oil is a processed fat that raises sustainability and health concerns.; Natural flavors are vague and may include synthetic components, reducing transparency.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.

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