SCHIFF,TIGER'S MILK BAR
Whole food · Sweets
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Schiff Tiger's Milk Bar is a dense, chewy protein bar designed to mimic the satisfying texture of a nougat or taffy, often with a slightly gritty, oat-based base. It delivers a substantial protein punch (16.8g per 100g) within a sweet, carbohydrate-heavy profile, making it a quick, portable energy source. The taste is typically a straightforward, sweet vanilla or fruit flavor, prioritizing function over gourmet indulgence.
Calorie split: 16% protein · 54% carbs · 31% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People appreciate it as a reliable, no-fuss protein boost that fits easily into a busy lifestyle. Its chewy, candy-bar-like texture makes it a more palatable option than chalky protein powders for many.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (36.4g per 100g) can lead to blood sugar spikes, making it a poor choice for diabetics or those monitoring glycemic load. It is also a processed food with a long ingredient list, containing common allergens like soy and milk. To counteract, pair it with a source of healthy fat (like a handful of nuts) or fiber (like an apple) to slow sugar absorption, and strictly limit it to one bar as an occasional treat, not a daily staple.
Key benefits
- High protein content supports muscle maintenance and satiety.
- Provides a rapid source of carbohydrates for quick energy.
- Convenient, shelf-stable format for on-the-go nutrition.
- Offers a small amount of dietary fiber from its oat base.
- Serves as a practical meal supplement or snack.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The name 'Tiger's Milk' is a legacy branding term from the 1960s, originally used for high-protein drink mixes popular among bodybuilders, evoking strength and vitality.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 10.3 g |
| Energy | 387 kcal |
| Energy | 1621 kj |
| Protein | 16.8 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 14.3 g |
| Ash | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 56.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 36.4 g |
| Starch | 0.53 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 429 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 10.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 336 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 560 mg |
| Potassium, K | 294 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 168 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.4 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.27 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.94 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 5.9 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 0.40 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 16.8 mg |
| Thiamin | 1.5 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.32 mg |
| Niacin | 4.0 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 4.2 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 1.7 mg |
| Folate, total | 55.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 55.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 55.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 42.3 mg |
| Betaine | 0.20 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 4.2 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 4.2 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1.0 ug |
| Retinol | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 3.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.08 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 2.9 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.17 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 4.6 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.1 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.0 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.47 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.27 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.11 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 7.9 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 7.7 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.17 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.7 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 3.1 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.60 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 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 | 0.04 g |
| Cholesterol | 2.0 mg |
| Stigmasterol | 0.00 mg |
| Campesterol | 15.0 mg |
| Beta-sitosterol | 27.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Aspartic acid | 1.6 g |
FAQ
Is Tiger's Milk Bar a meal replacement?
No, it is not designed as a complete meal replacement. While it provides protein and calories, it lacks the balanced micronutrients, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates found in a whole-food meal. It's best used as a supplement or snack.
Why is the sugar content so high?
The sugar (including added sugars) contributes to the bar's palatability, texture, and quick energy release. For a protein bar, this is a trade-off; it prioritizes taste and immediate fuel over a low-sugar profile.
Is it good for building muscle?
It can contribute to muscle building due to its protein content, but it is not optimized for this purpose. Dedicated post-workout nutrition often benefits from a faster-absorbing protein source (like whey) and a more controlled carbohydrate profile.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.87 kcal/g · 17% calories from protein · 2.3 g fiber · 36.4 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.57 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.