Formulated bar, LUNA BAR, NUTZ OVER CHOCOLATE
Whole food · Snacks
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A chewy, chocolate-dipped protein bar studded with crunchy nuts, delivering a rich, nutty flavor profile with a satisfying texture. It provides a substantial 20.75g of protein per 100g, making it a popular choice for a filling snack or post-workout boost. The bar balances sweet chocolate and nutty notes with a moderate sugar content of 16.9g per 100g.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its indulgent, candy-bar-like taste that feels like a treat while delivering functional nutrition. It's a go-to for busy individuals seeking a quick, satisfying snack that doesn't compromise on flavor.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The sugar content (16.9g/100g) can cause blood-sugar spikes if consumed alone or in large portions. To counteract this, pair it with a source of healthy fat or additional protein (like Greek yogurt) and practice portion control by sticking to a single bar. It also contains common allergens like nuts and soy, so individuals with allergies should be cautious.
Key benefits
- High protein content (20.75g/100g) supports muscle maintenance and satiety.
- Contains dietary fiber (4.3g/100g) for digestive health.
- Provides a convenient, portable energy source with 403 kcal per 100g.
- Offers a balance of carbohydrates and fats for sustained energy.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Luna Bars were originally developed by Clif Bar as a nutrition bar specifically formulated for women, focusing on calcium and iron, though they are now widely consumed by all genders.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 9.4 g |
| Energy | 403 kcal |
| Energy | 1685 kj |
| Protein | 20.8 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 12.2 g |
| Ash | 5.2 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 52.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 4.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g |
| Sucrose | 9.3 g |
| Glucose | 1.1 g |
| Fructose | 0.37 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 6.2 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 10.5 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 886 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 14.2 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 329 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 785 mg |
| Potassium, K | 412 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 386 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 9.7 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 1.4 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 2.6 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 62.5 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 1.7 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 68.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.12 mg |
| Riboflavin | 3.0 mg |
| Niacin | 37.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 15.9 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 2.4 mg |
| Folate, total | 1057 ug |
| Folic acid | 1023 ug |
| Folate, food | 34.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 1773 ug |
| Choline, total | 41.5 mg |
| Betaine | 1.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 6.4 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 6.4 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 374 ug |
| Retinol | 374 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 2.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 1251 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 28.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 8.4 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 8.4 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.02 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 1.2 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.42 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.66 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 125 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 3.1 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 40.8 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 7.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 67.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.5 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 2.3 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.90 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.3 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.51 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.08 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.9 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.8 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 2.8 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.07 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.7 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.6 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 2.6 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.12 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.12 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.01 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.01 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.01 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.33 g |
| Threonine | 0.79 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.95 g |
| Leucine | 1.6 g |
| Lysine | 1.0 g |
| Methionine | 0.26 g |
| Cystine | 0.25 g |
| Phenylalanine | 1.1 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.67 g |
| Valine | 0.93 g |
| Arginine | 1.7 g |
| Histidine | 0.50 g |
| Alanine | 0.99 g |
| Aspartic acid | 2.5 g |
| Glutamic acid | 4.2 g |
| Glycine | 0.99 g |
| Proline | 1.6 g |
| Serine | 1.2 g |
FAQ
Is this bar suitable for a low-carb diet?
No, with 52.49g of carbs per 100g, it is not ideal for strict low-carb diets. It's better suited for balanced or moderate-carb meal plans.
Can I eat this bar before a workout?
Yes, but consume it 30-60 minutes before exercise to allow for digestion. The combination of carbs and protein can provide sustained energy.
Does it contain any artificial sweeteners?
The bar uses sugar (16.9g/100g) as a sweetener, but always check the specific ingredient list for any added artificial sweeteners or flavors.