Nature Valley
Is Nature Valley Toasted Coconut Peanut, Coconut, And Granola Dipped In Almond Butter Coating Sweet & Salty Nut Granola Bars healthy?
Toasted Coconut Peanut, Coconut, And Granola Dipped In Almond Butter Coating Sweet & Salty Nut Granola Bars
Longevity Score
58/100
Food Integrity Score
52/100
Limit When Possible
Mixed or weaker nutrition and ingredient signals suggest looking for better options when you can.
Quick answer
Limit When Possible
Nature Valley toasted coconut peanut, coconut, and granola dipped in almond butter coating sweet & salty nut granola bars is rated limit when possible overall, with a Longevity Score of 58 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 52 out of 100. Whole grains, peanuts, and almonds, but added sugars, palm kernel oil, and multiple refined ingredients keep this a processed snack. Strengths include whole grain oats and wheat listed, peanuts and almonds add some protein and fats, and moderate fiber for a snack bar, while main considerations include multiple added sugars and syrups in ingredient list, palm kernel and palm oils, plus canola oil, and multiple additives and processing aids.
Longevity Score 58/100Food Integrity Score 52/100
What helped the score?
- Whole grain oats and wheat listed
- Peanuts and almonds add some protein and fats
- Moderate fiber for a snack bar
What held the score back?
- Multiple added sugars and syrups in ingredient list
- Palm kernel and palm oils, plus canola oil
- Multiple additives and processing aids
Ingredients
Ingredient list
ROASTED PEANUTS, CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, WHOLE GRAIN OATS, PALM KERNEL OIL, TOASTED COCONUT, RICE FLOUR, WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT, VEGETABLE GLYCERIN, HONEY ROASTED ALMOND BUTTER (ALMONDS, HONEY, MALTODEXTRIN, PALM OIL, MIXED TOCOPHEROLS), WHEY, FRUCTOSE, CANOLA OIL, SALT, SOY LECITHIN, CORN STARCH, BARLEY MALT EXTRACT, BAKING SODA, NATURAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN E (MIXED TOCOPHEROLS) ADDED TO RETAIN FRESHNESS.
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Key nutrition
Per serving: 35 g (1 bar)
- Calories1709% DV
- Protein3g6% DV
- Total Carbs20g7% DV
- Fiber2g7% DV
- Total Fat9g12% DV
- Saturated Fat3.5g18% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Nature Valley Toasted Coconut Peanut, Coconut, And Granola Dipped In Almond Butter Coating Sweet & Salty Nut Granola Bars
- Brand
- Nature Valley
- Category
- Snacks (source: Snack, Energy & Granola Bars)
- GTIN / UPC
00016000497269- Serving size
- 35 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 (8g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Heart-Healthy Eating
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm oil", "palm kernel". See ingredients for details.)
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 (8g)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
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: Sweetener/sugar ingredients (Mentions "sugar", "syrup", "fructose". See ingredients for details.)
Athletic Fueling
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Available carbohydrates (20g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Workout Recovery
MixedAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Lower protein (3g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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 "oat", "almond". 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 "whey", "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 "whey", "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", "corn syrup", "maltodextrin". 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: Net carbs above typical keto snack range (18g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Low Gluten Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Gluten-related ingredients (Mentions "wheat", "malt". See ingredients for details.)
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: Sweetener signals (corn syrup, sugar)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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: Sweetener signals (corn syrup, sugar)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
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: Sweetener signals (corn syrup, sugar)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm oil", "palm kernel". See ingredients for details.)
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 "wheat", "flour", "oat". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
Healthy Fat Focus
MixedDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "palm oil", "palm kernel". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, 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 Nature Valley Toasted Coconut Peanut, Coconut, And Granola Dipped In Almond Butter Coating Sweet & Salty Nut Granola Bars highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Highly 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?
Nature Valley Toasted Coconut Peanut, Coconut, And Granola Dipped In Almond Butter Coating Sweet & Salty Nut Granola Bars shows about 2g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Nature Valley Toasted Coconut Peanut, Coconut, And Granola Dipped In Almond Butter Coating Sweet & Salty Nut Granola Bars: 8g total sugar per serving; sweetener signals include corn syrup, sugar. 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 and wheat listed; Peanuts and almonds add some protein and fats; Moderate fiber for a snack bar.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Multiple added sugars and syrups in ingredient list; Palm kernel and palm oils, plus canola oil; Multiple additives and processing aids.
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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