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Bear Naked Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Butter Premium Granola: Food Integrity analysis
Quick answer
Mixed integrity
Bear Naked dark chocolate hazelnut butter premium granola received a Food Integrity Score of 74 out of 100 (mixed integrity). This reflects lightly processed and moderate additive load. This is a mostly recognizable granola built from oats, hazelnuts, and seeds, with a few refined inputs and helpers layered in. Eating it occasionally makes more sense than daily, mainly because of the added sugars and the refined sunflower oil. The main drag is the chocolate component's formulation, not the core grain and nut base. Main considerations include added sugars from cane sugar and honey, refined sunflower oil, and soy lecithin emulsifier in chocolate. Simpler options: Look for granola sweetened with honey or maple and fewer added helpers; choose versions with nut butter or whole seeds as the main fat source.
Food Integrity Score 74/100
What stood out on the label?
- Lightly processed
- Moderate additive load
- Transparency: High
What to watch?
- Added sugars from cane sugar and honey
- Refined sunflower oil
- Soy lecithin emulsifier in chocolate
Simpler options to consider
- Look for granola sweetened with honey or maple and fewer added helpers
- Choose versions with nut butter or whole seeds as the main fat source
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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Bear Naked Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Butter Premium Granola
- Brand
- Bear Naked
- Category
- Breakfast & Cereal (source: Cereal)
- GTIN / UPC
00884623103191- Serving size
- 60 g (1/2 Cup)
- Source data — ingredients
- Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
- Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
- Data last verified
Food Integrity results
Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Butter Premium Granola
Bear Naked
Mixed integrity
Warning Signs
Soy lecithin, cane sugar, and rosemary extract for freshness show up alongside a refined sunflower oil and semisweet chocolate with added sweeteners.
Consider This
The chocolate chips and sunflower oil add a mild formulation layer on top of otherwise recognizable oats, nuts, and seeds.
Good Substitutes
Pick a granola sweetened with honey or maple and fat from nut butter or whole seeds, with fewer added helpers.
Overall Assessment
Mixed integrityThis is a mostly recognizable granola built from oats, hazelnuts, and seeds, with a few refined inputs and helpers layered in. Eating it occasionally makes more sense than daily, mainly because of the added sugars and the refined sunflower oil. The main drag is the chocolate component's formulation, not the core grain and nut base.
Key Highlights
What stood out
- Added sugars from cane sugar and honey
- Refined sunflower oil
- Soy lecithin emulsifier in chocolate
Family Watchlist
Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.
- Expeller pressed sunflower oil* — Refined seed oil
- Cane sugar* — Refined sweetener
- Soy lecithin* — Emulsifier in chocolate
- Rosemary extract* — Preservative for freshness
Highest concern ingredients
- Expeller pressed sunflower oil* (5/10) — Refined seed oil added for fat.
- Semisweet chocolate*+ (5/10) — Contains soy lecithin emulsifier and added sugar.
- Cane sugar* (4/10) — Refined sweetener adding sugar load.
Better choice tips
- Look for granola sweetened with honey or maple and fewer added helpers.
- Choose versions with nut butter or whole seeds as the main fat source.
Ingredients
Ingredient list
WHOLE GRAIN OATS*, CANE SUGAR*, HAZELNUT BUTTER*, EXPELLER PRESSED SUNFLOWER OIL*, WHOLE OAT FLOUR*, HAZELNUTS*, SEMISWEET CHOCOLATE*+ (CANE SUGAR*, CHOCOLATE*, COCOA BUTTER*, SOY LECITHIN*, VANILLA EXTRACT*), SUNFLOWER SEEDS*, HONEY*, PUMPKIN SEEDS*, CHOCOLATE*+, SEA SALT, ROSEMARY EXTRACT* FOR FRESHNESS.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.
Expeller pressed sunflower oil*Concern 5/10 — Moderate concernRefined oilWatchlist
What this is
Refined oil
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Family Watchlist
Why it matters
Refined seed oils are commonly flagged by users seeking simpler fats.
Additional note
Refined seed oil added for fat and texture.
Family watchlist
Refined seed oil.
Semisweet chocolate*+ (cane sugar*, chocolate*, cocoa butter*, soy lecithin*, vanilla extract*)Concern 5/10 — Moderate concernEmulsifier-containing chocolateWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Emulsifier-containing chocolate
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Soy lecithin is an emulsifier that helps texture and blending.
Additional note
Chocolate with added sugar and soy lecithin emulsifier.
Family watchlist
Contains emulsifier and sugar.
Cane sugar*Concern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Refined sugar adds sweetness and calories without much nutrient density.
Additional note
Refined sweetener adding sugar load.
Family watchlist
Refined sweetener.
Rosemary extract* for freshnessConcern 4/10 — Mild concernPreservativeWatchlist · Additive
What this is
Preservative
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Additive load
Why it matters
Used to extend shelf life, so it functions as a preservative.
Additional note
Plant extract used as a preservative for freshness.
Family watchlist
Preservative for freshness.
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Honey*Concern 3/10 — Mild concernSweetenerWatchlist
What this is
Sweetener
Processing category
Natural refined
Main concern area
Ingredient concern
Why it matters
Honey is a sweetener that adds sugar even though it is less refined.
Additional note
Natural sweetener adding sugar load.
Family watchlist
Added sweetener.
Chocolate*+Concern 3/10 — Mild concernChocolate
What this is
Chocolate
Processing category
Processed
Main concern area
Processing
Why it matters
Chocolate pieces add mild formulation beyond whole ingredients.
Additional note
Chocolate pieces with mild processing.
Hazelnut butter*Concern 1/10 — Very low concernNut butter
What this is
Nut butter
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Simple ground nut ingredient with mild processing.
Additional note
Ground nut paste, category-normal processing.
Whole oat flour*Concern 1/10 — Very low concernWhole grain
What this is
Whole grain
Processing category
Processed
Why it matters
Milling is normal for oat flour.
Additional note
Milled whole oats, category-normal.
Whole grain oats*Concern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole grain
What this is
Whole grain
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Core recognizable base ingredient.
Additional note
Recognizable whole grain base.
Hazelnuts*Concern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable whole food.
Additional note
Whole nuts, recognizable food.
Sunflower seeds*Concern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable whole food.
Additional note
Whole seeds, recognizable food.
Pumpkin seeds*Concern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Recognizable whole food.
Additional note
Whole seeds, recognizable food.
Sea saltConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food
What this is
Simple food
Processing category
Whole food
Why it matters
Basic seasoning.
Additional note
Simple seasoning salt.
Food Integrity is an ingredient-based estimate of how simple or formulated a product appears. It is not a medical or safety rating. Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.
How this product may fit different goals
The same food can look different depending on what matters most to you. Here is a general preview of how this product may align with several common goals.
Low-Spike Stability
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Sweetener/sugar on watchlist (see Food Integrity)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Heart-Healthy Eating
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Heart-friendly fat ingredients (Mentions "pumpkin seed", "sunflower seed". See ingredients for details.)
GLP-1 Eating Support
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar", "cane", "cane sugar". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Low Sugar Lifestyle
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Sweetener/sugar on watchlist (see Food Integrity)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Appetite & Portion Awareness
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar", "cane", "cane sugar". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Athletic Fueling
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Carb fueling ingredients (Mentions "oat", "oats", "honey". See ingredients for details.)
Vegetarian
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "oat". See ingredients for details.)
Vegan
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "butter", "honey". See ingredients for details.)
Plant-Based
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "butter", "honey". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Carb Lifestyle
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Carb-dense ingredients (Mentions "flour", "sugar". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Keto-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Carb-dense ingredients (Mentions "flour", "sugar". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Minimally Processed Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Minimally Processed Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Family watchlist items (Expeller pressed sunflower oil*)
Whole-Food Focused Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Whole-Food Focused Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Family watchlist items (Expeller pressed sunflower oil*)
Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Family watchlist items (Expeller pressed sunflower oil*)
Paleo-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Paleo-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Grain/legume ingredients (Mentions "flour", "oat", "soy". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Healthy Fat Focus
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Healthy fat ingredients (Mentions "pumpkin seed", "sunflower seed". See ingredients for details.)
Workout Recovery
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Strength & Protein Focus
NeutralAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low Gluten Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Understanding the Food Integrity analysis
What the Food Integrity analysis evaluates
The Food Integrity analysis focuses on how a packaged food is formulated and made. It examines processing level, ingredient quality, additives, oils, sweeteners, purity cues, and how clearly a label communicates what is in the product. The Food Integrity Score summarizes that formulation and transparency picture on a 0–100 scale. It is not a full nutrient report and it is not a personalized meal plan.
Why processing, ingredients, and transparency matter
Processing level and ingredient quality shape what you are actually eating beyond calories on the label. Additives, industrial oils, and intense sweeteners can change how clean or heavily engineered a product feels, even when the front of pack looks wholesome. Purity and transparency matter because incomplete or marketing-heavy labeling can hide tradeoffs that only show up when the full ingredient list is reviewed carefully.
Who may prioritize Food Integrity
Some people care mainly about Food Integrity because their dietary goals center on formulation rather than macros alone. Examples include checking vegetarian or vegan suitability, preferring simpler ingredient sources, avoiding certain additives or sweeteners, watching oil choices, or preferring less processed options. For those priorities, the Food Integrity Score can be the more practical first read.
How Food Integrity differs from Longevity
Food Integrity is the focused analysis of processing, ingredients, additives, purity, and transparency. Longevity is the broader analysis of nutritional composition, metabolic and dietary characteristics, processing, and ingredient quality together. Favorable nutrition values do not necessarily mean strong Food Integrity: a product can look balanced on macros yet still rely on heavy processing or additives that the Food Integrity analysis flags in more detail.
Why the two analyses overlap—and why to review Longevity too
The analyses overlap intentionally. Food Integrity–related characteristics contribute to Longevity, and Longevity still benefits from the same ingredient-quality lens. They are not competing verdicts; they answer different questions at different depths. Reviewing the Longevity analysis can add information about nutritional composition, metabolic characteristics, and dietary balance that Food Integrity alone does not emphasize. Looking at both usually gives the most complete understanding of tradeoffs.
Common questions about this product
Is Bear Naked Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Butter Premium Granola highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Lightly processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.
Why are the Longevity and Food Integrity scores different?
Longevity emphasizes nutrition per serving and longer-term dietary alignment. Food Integrity emphasizes ingredients, additives, processing, and label transparency. The same product can score differently on those lenses.
How much fiber is in one serving?
Bear Naked Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Butter Premium Granola shows about 4.02g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Bear Naked Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Butter Premium Granola: 10g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Cane sugar, Honey. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Whole grain oats as first ingredient; Hazelnuts, pumpkin and sunflower seeds; About 4g fiber per serving.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Added cane sugar and honey, about 12g sugar; Expeller-pressed sunflower oil, a seed oil; Chocolate and cocoa butter add processing.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same breakfast & cereal differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.
Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
- Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
- How the Longevity Score is calculated
- How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
- Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
- Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
- Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information
Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.
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