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Pure Bliss Organics Organic Hemp Energy Bar, Chocolate Coconut: Food Integrity analysis

Updated 2026-10-17 · Pure Bliss Organics

Quick answer

High integrity

Pure Bliss Organics organic hemp energy bar, chocolate coconut received a Food Integrity Score of 84 out of 100 (high integrity). This reflects lightly processed and low additive load. This is a fairly recognizable, mostly whole-food bar built on nuts, seeds, cacao, and dates, with a few refined rice and sweetener inputs pulling the score down. It works better as an occasional snack than a daily staple because of the 12 g of sugar per serving. The label is reasonably transparent, with no artificial colors, flavors, or emulsifiers listed. Main considerations include brown rice syrup as a refined sweetener, puffed brown rice crisps and isolated rice protein, and added coconut sugar and dense sugar load. Simpler options: Choose bars where dates or nuts lead the list without added syrups; look for bars without isolated protein or puffed refined rice.

Food Integrity Score 84/100

What stood out on the label?

  • Lightly processed
  • Low additive load
  • Transparency: High

What to watch?

  • Brown rice syrup as a refined sweetener
  • Puffed brown rice crisps and isolated rice protein
  • Added coconut sugar and dense sugar load

Simpler options to consider

  • Choose bars where dates or nuts lead the list without added syrups
  • Look for bars without isolated protein or puffed refined rice

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Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Pure Bliss Organics Organic Hemp Energy Bar, Chocolate Coconut
Category
Snacks (source: Snack, Energy & Granola Bars)
GTIN / UPC
00897363001863
Serving size
48 g (1.7 oz)
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

Organic Hemp Energy Bar, Chocolate Coconut

Pure Bliss Organics

High integrity

Warning Signs

Brown rice syrup and date paste lead the list, so most of the sweetness comes from concentrated sugars rather than the nuts and seeds.

Consider This

Brown rice crisps and brown rice protein powder are refined, puffed, and isolated inputs that make this bar more engineered than a simple seed-and-date snack.

Good Substitutes

Try a homemade bar with dates, nuts, seeds, cacao nibs, and a pinch of sea salt, skipping the rice syrup and rice crisps.

Overall Assessment

High integrity

This is a fairly recognizable, mostly whole-food bar built on nuts, seeds, cacao, and dates, with a few refined rice and sweetener inputs pulling the score down. It works better as an occasional snack than a daily staple because of the 12 g of sugar per serving. The label is reasonably transparent, with no artificial colors, flavors, or emulsifiers listed.

Key Highlights

What stood out

  • Brown rice syrup as a refined sweetener
  • Puffed brown rice crisps and isolated rice protein
  • Added coconut sugar and dense sugar load

Family Watchlist

Ingredients some users may personally want to know about.

  • Brown rice syrup — Refined sweetener

Highest concern ingredients

  • Brown rice syrup (5/10) — Refined sweetener
  • Brown rice protein powder (5/10) — Isolated protein
  • Brown rice crisps (4/10) — Puffed refined grain

Better choice tips

  • Choose bars where dates or nuts lead the list without added syrups.
  • Look for bars without isolated protein or puffed refined rice.

Ingredients

Ingredient list

DATE PASTE, * BROWN RICE SYRUP, * BROWN RICE CRISPS, * COCONUT, * COCONUT SUGAR, * CASHEWS, * SUNFLOWER SEEDS, * COCOA LIQUOR, * BROWN RICE PROTEIN POWDER, * HEMP SEEDS, * CACAO NIBS, * COCOA POWDER, * AMARANTH, * GLUTEN FREE OATS*, FLAX MEAL, * VANILLA, * SEA SALT

Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.

Highest-concern ingredients first. Expand an item for notes.

  1. Brown rice syrupConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernSweetenerWatchlist

    What this is

    Sweetener

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Main concern area

    Family Watchlist

    Why it matters

    Refined syrup adds sweetness with little whole-food structure.

    Additional note

    Refined sweetener made by breaking down rice starch.

    Family watchlist

    Refined sweetener

  2. Brown rice protein powderConcern 5/10 — Moderate concernIsolated protein

    What this is

    Isolated protein

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Processing

    Why it matters

    Isolated protein is a rebuilt component rather than whole food.

    Additional note

    Isolated protein from rice, not a whole food form.

  3. Brown rice crispsConcern 4/10 — Mild concernRefined grain

    What this is

    Refined grain

    Processing category

    Processed

    Main concern area

    Processing

    Why it matters

    Puffed refined grain adds texture rather than whole-food nutrition.

    Additional note

    Puffed refined rice cereal used for crunch.

  4. Coconut sugarConcern 4/10 — Mild concernSweetener

    What this is

    Sweetener

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Adds more sweetness on top of dates and rice syrup.

    Additional note

    Minimally refined sugar from coconut sap.

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  1. Date pasteConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Main concern area

    Ingredient concern

    Why it matters

    Concentrated fruit sugar makes up a big share of this bar.

    Additional note

    Whole fruit concentrate, sweet but recognizable.

  2. Cocoa liquorConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Processed

    Why it matters

    Expected processing for a cocoa ingredient.

    Additional note

    Ground cocoa nibs, category-normal processing.

  3. Cocoa powderConcern 1/10 — Very low concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Processed

    Why it matters

    Expected processing for cocoa powder.

    Additional note

    Ground cocoa, category-normal processing.

  4. Gluten free oatsConcern 1/10 — Very low concernWhole grain

    What this is

    Whole grain

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable whole grain with expected processing.

    Additional note

    Oats with gluten-free handling; mild processing.

  5. VanillaConcern 1/10 — Very low concernFlavoring

    What this is

    Flavoring

    Processing category

    Natural refined

    Why it matters

    Natural flavoring with minimal concern.

    Additional note

    Recognizable flavoring from vanilla bean.

  6. CoconutConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable whole food with no meaningful concern.

    Additional note

    Recognizable coconut pieces or flakes.

  7. CashewsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernWhole nut

    What this is

    Whole nut

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Whole nut with no meaningful concern.

    Additional note

    Recognizable tree nut.

  8. Sunflower seedsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable whole seed with no meaningful concern.

    Additional note

    Recognizable whole seed.

  9. Hemp seedsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable whole seed with no meaningful concern.

    Additional note

    Recognizable whole seed.

  10. Cacao nibsConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable whole food with no meaningful concern.

    Additional note

    Recognizable cocoa nibs.

  11. AmaranthConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable whole grain with no meaningful concern.

    Additional note

    Recognizable ancient grain or seed.

  12. Flax mealConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Recognizable whole seed with expected grinding.

    Additional note

    Ground whole flaxseed.

  13. Sea saltConcern 0/10 — No meaningful concernSimple food

    What this is

    Simple food

    Processing category

    Whole food

    Why it matters

    Simple seasoning with no meaningful concern.

    Additional note

    Recognizable salt.

Food Integrity is an ingredient-based estimate of how simple and recognizable a food's formulation 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

    Mixed

    Metabolic 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.

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  • Heart-Healthy Eating

    Supportive

    Metabolic 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 "flax", "hemp seed", "sunflower seed". See ingredients for details.)

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  • GLP-1 Eating Support

    Mixed

    Metabolic 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", "syrup", "rice syrup". See ingredients for details.)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Low Sugar Lifestyle

    Mixed

    Metabolic 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.

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  • Appetite & Portion Awareness

    Mixed

    Metabolic 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", "syrup", "rice syrup". See ingredients for details.)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Vegetarian

    Supportive

    Dietary 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.)

    See more for this goal

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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 Pure Bliss Organics Organic Hemp Energy Bar, Chocolate Coconut 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.

How much fiber is in one serving?

Pure Bliss Organics Organic Hemp Energy Bar, Chocolate Coconut shows about 3.98g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Pure Bliss Organics Organic Hemp Energy Bar, Chocolate Coconut: 10g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include brown rice syrup, coconut sugar. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: Short, recognizable whole-food ingredient list; Good fiber for a bar (about 4 g per serving); Seeds, nuts, and hemp add healthy fats and plant protein.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Multiple added sugar sources (dates, rice syrup, coconut sugar); Calorie-dense at about 200 kcal per bar; Saturated fat from coconut and cocoa liquor.

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.

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Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis

  1. Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
  2. Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
  3. How the Longevity Score is calculated
  4. How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
  5. Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
  6. Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
  7. 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.

Sources, citations & safety

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