Is Clif Bar Cool Mint Chocolate Energy Bars Nutritional Supplement Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Clif Bar Company
Clif Bar Company's Clif Bar Cool Mint Chocolate Energy Bars Nutritional Supplement is reviewed here as a snack. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like cane sugar and high-oleic sunflower oil, which raise quality concerns. The presence of soy protein isolate and natural flavors also indicates a mix of good and medium quality components.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like cane sugar and high-oleic sunflower oil, which raise quality concerns. The presence of soy protein isolate and natural flavors also indicates a mix of good and medium quality components.
Main concern
High-oleic sunflower oil and cane sugar are processed ingredients that may raise health concerns.
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
- Contains rolled oats and milled flaxseed, which are good sources of fiber and nutrients.
- Includes vitamins and minerals like calcium carbonate and magnesium oxide, contributing to nutritional value.
Concerns
- High-oleic sunflower oil and cane sugar are processed ingredients that may raise health concerns.
- Natural flavors and soy protein isolate are less transparent in terms of sourcing and processing.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this snack, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Brown Rice Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Brown Rice Syrup is used here as sweetener. Brown rice syrup is a sweetener derived from brown rice, providing energy but is high in sugars, raising concerns about excessive sweetness.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: BROWN RICE SYRUP
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Is Rolled Oats safe in this snack?
Good
Rolled Oats is used here as base. Rolled oats are a whole grain that provides fiber and essential nutrients, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: ROLLED OATS
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Is Soy Protein Isolate safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Protein Isolate is used here as base. Soy protein isolate is a processed form of soy that provides protein but may raise concerns about processing and potential allergens.
Role in formula: base
Original: SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE
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Is Cane Syrup safe in this snack?
Medium
Cane Syrup is used here as sweetener. Cane syrup is a sweetener derived from sugar cane, contributing to the product's sweetness but is still a form of added sugar.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: CANE SYRUP*
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Is Roasted Soybeans safe in this snack?
Good
Roasted Soybeans is used here as base. Roasted soybeans provide protein and healthy fats, enhancing the nutritional profile of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: ROASTED SOYBEANS
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Is Cocoa safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa is used here as flavor. Cocoa adds flavor and antioxidants, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: COCOA
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Is Rice Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Flour is used here as base. Rice flour is a gluten-free flour that provides texture but is less nutrient-dense compared to whole grains.
Role in formula: base
Original: RICE FLOUR
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Is Soy Flour safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Flour is used here as base. Soy flour is a protein-rich ingredient but is processed, which may raise concerns about its quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: SOY FLOUR'
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the product's sweetness but raises concerns about high sugar content.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: CANE SUGAR*
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Is High Oleic Sunflower Oil safe in this snack?
Medium
High Oleic Sunflower Oil is used here as base. High-oleic sunflower oil is a processed oil that provides healthy fats but may raise concerns about processing methods.
Role in formula: base
Original: HIGH-OLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL*
Read the full ingredient profile for High Oleic Sunflower Oil
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Is Oat Fibre safe in this snack?
Good
Oat Fibre is used here as base. Oat fiber is a source of dietary fiber that can aid digestion and improve the product's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: OAT FIBRE
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Is Unsweetened Chocolate safe in this snack?
Good
Unsweetened Chocolate is used here as flavor. Unsweetened chocolate adds rich flavor and antioxidants without added sugars, enhancing the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: UNSWEETENED CHOCOLATE
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Is Natural Flavours safe in this snack?
Medium
Natural Flavours is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are derived from natural sources but lack transparency regarding their specific composition and processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: NATURAL FLAVOURS
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Is Cocoa Butter safe in this snack?
Good
Cocoa Butter is used here as base. Cocoa butter is a natural fat that adds creaminess and flavor, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: COCOA BUTTER**
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Is Rice Starch safe in this snack?
Medium
Rice Starch is used here as thickener. Rice starch is used as a thickener and provides texture but is less nutrient-dense compared to whole grains.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: RICE STARCH
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Is Milled Flaxseed safe in this snack?
Good
Milled Flaxseed is used here as base. Milled flaxseed is a source of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, enhancing the nutritional profile of the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: MILLED FLAXSEED*
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Is Sea Salt safe in this snack?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and is a natural mineral, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SEA SALT
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Is Barley Malt Extract safe in this snack?
Medium
Barley Malt Extract is used here as flavor. Barley malt extract adds sweetness and flavor but is a processed ingredient that may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: BARLEY MALT EXTRACT
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Is Soy Lecithin safe in this snack?
Medium
Soy Lecithin is used here as emulsifier. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: SOY LECITHIN
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: 3410986
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Allergens detected: soy , barley , oats
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