Clif
Is Clif Dark Chocolate Walnut Fruit + Nut Bars healthy?
Dark Chocolate Walnut Fruit + Nut Bars
Longevity Score
88/100
Food Integrity Score
92/100
Exceptional Choice
Strong nutrition signals and clean ingredient quality make this a standout everyday option.
Quick answer
Exceptional Choice
Clif dark chocolate walnut fruit + nut bars is rated exceptional choice overall, with a Longevity Score of 88 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 92 out of 100. Simple whole-food bar of dates, walnuts, almonds, and dark chocolate; sugar is mostly from fruit, with moderate natural sugar load. Strengths include short list of recognizable whole-food ingredients, walnuts and almonds add nuts and healthier fats, and organic dates and fiber contribute to 4g fiber, while main considerations include sugar is high at 21g, mostly from dates, calorie-dense for a single snack, and sodium is modest but present from sea salt.
Longevity Score 88/100Food Integrity Score 92/100
What helped the score?
- Short list of recognizable whole-food ingredients
- Walnuts and almonds add nuts and healthier fats
- Organic dates and fiber contribute to 4g fiber
What held the score back?
- Sugar is high at 21g, mostly from dates
- Calorie-dense for a single snack
- Sodium is modest but present from sea salt
Ingredients
Ingredient list
ORGANIC DATES, ORGANIC WALNUTS, ORGANIC UNSWEETENED DARK CHOCOLATE, ORGANIC ALMONDS, SEA SALT, ORGANIC VANILLA EXTRACT.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Key nutrition
Per serving: 46 g (1 bar)
- Calories1809% DV
- Protein3g6% DV
- Total Carbs26g9% DV
- Fiber4g14% DV
- Total Fat9g12% DV
- Saturated Fat2.5g13% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Clif Dark Chocolate Walnut Fruit + Nut Bars
- Brand
- Clif
- Category
- Snacks (source: Snack, Energy & Granola Bars)
- GTIN / UPC
00722252343239- Serving size
- 46 g (1 bar)
- 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
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
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher sugar (21g)
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: High fiber (4g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
GLP-1 Eating Support
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Lower protein (3g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Low Sugar Lifestyle
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher sugar (21g)
Appetite & Portion Awareness
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher sugar (21g)
Athletic Fueling
Watch-outsAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Carbohydrate is almost entirely sugar (21g of 26g carbs)
Workout Recovery
Watch-outsAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Lower protein (3g)
Strength & Protein Focus
Watch-outsAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Lower protein (3g)
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 "almond", "walnut". See ingredients for details.)
Vegan
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "almond", "walnut". See ingredients for details.)
Plant-Based
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "almond", "walnut". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Carb Lifestyle
MixedDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Higher net carbs (22g)
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: Net carbs above typical keto snack range (22g)
Minimally Processed Eating
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Minimally Processed Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Whole-food signals (dates, walnuts)
Whole-Food Focused Eating
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Whole-Food Focused Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Whole-food signals (dates, walnuts)
Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Whole-food signals (dates, walnuts)
Mediterranean-Style Eating
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Whole-food signals (dates, walnuts)
This product has 1 additional signal 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: Higher unsaturated fat (6.5g)
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the available Longevity and 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 available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Paleo-Style Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Paleo-Style Eating, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Common questions about this product
Is Clif Dark Chocolate Walnut Fruit + Nut Bars highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Minimal processing. 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?
Clif Dark Chocolate Walnut Fruit + Nut Bars shows about 4g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Clif Dark Chocolate Walnut Fruit + Nut Bars: 0g added sugar per serving. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Short list of recognizable whole-food ingredients; Walnuts and almonds add nuts and healthier fats; Organic dates and fiber contribute to 4g fiber.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Sugar is high at 21g, mostly from dates; Calorie-dense for a single snack; Sodium is modest but present from sea salt.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same snacks 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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