Fruit and Grain Bars

Fruit and grain bars are convenient, portable snacks typically made from a blend of rolled oats, dried fruits, nuts, and a binding agent like honey or syrup. They are a modern, processed food item popular worldwide, especially in North America and Europe, as a quick breakfast or on-the-go energy boost.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These bars are generally high in carbohydrates from grains and sugars, with a moderate amount of fat from nuts or seeds and a modest protein content. A single bar typically provides a quick energy source with key nutrients like fiber, iron, and B vitamins, ranging from 150 to 300 calories per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	170 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	29 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	95 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Potassium	110 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Zinc	0.8 mg
Copper	0.15 mg
Manganese	0.6 mg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg

Per 1 bar (40 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, they represent the global demand for 'health-conscious' convenience foods, often marketed as a wholesome alternative to candy bars. Nutritionally, their unique aspect is the attempt to balance the quick energy of simple sugars with the sustained release from whole grains and fiber.