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Valu Time

Is Valu Time Fig Bars healthy?

Fig Bars

Snacks · Updated 2026-10-21

Longevity Score

30/100

Food Integrity Score

38/100

Consider Avoiding

At least one major score is weak enough that many people will want a clearer alternative for regular use.

Quick answer

Consider Avoiding

Valu Time fig bars is rated consider avoiding overall, with a Longevity Score of 30 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 38 out of 100. Refined-flour fig bar with added sugars, palm oil, preservatives, and colors; low in fiber and protein for its calories. Strengths include real figs as a fruit component, modest calories per serving (110 kcal), and low sodium relative to many packaged snacks, while main considerations include multiple added sugars: hfcs, dextrose, sugar, corn syrup, refined enriched flour as the primary ingredient, and palm oil and multiple additives, colors, and preservatives.

Longevity Score 30/100Food Integrity Score 38/100

What helped the score?

  • Contains real figs as a fruit component
  • Modest calories per serving (110 kcal)
  • Low sodium relative to many packaged snacks

What held the score back?

  • Multiple added sugars: HFCS, dextrose, sugar, corn syrup
  • Refined enriched flour as the primary ingredient
  • Palm oil and multiple additives, colors, and preservatives

Ingredients

Ingredient list

BLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, DEXTROSE, SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, FIGS (PRESERVED WITH SULFUR DIOXIDE), CORN FLOUR, PALM OIL, PREGELATINIZED CORN FLOUR, FLAKED CORN, SALT, PRESERVATIVES (POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE), ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SOY LECITHIN, BAKING SODA, CARAMEL COLOR, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, ANNATTO (COLOR).

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

Key nutrition

Per serving: 33 g (2 cookies)

  • Calories1106% DV
  • Protein1g2% DV
  • Total Carbs22g8% DV
  • Fiber1g4% DV
  • Total Fat2g3% DV
  • Saturated Fat1g5% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Valu Time Fig Bars
Category
Snacks (source: Snack, Energy & Granola Bars)
GTIN / UPC
00011225549441
Serving size
33 g (2 cookies)
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

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  • Low-Spike Stability

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic 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 (10g)

    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: Low saturated fat (1g)

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  • GLP-1 Eating Support

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    Metabolic 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 (1g)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Low Sugar Lifestyle

    Watch-outs

    Metabolic 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 (10g)

    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: Higher sugar (10g)

    This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.

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  • Athletic Fueling

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    Athletic 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 (10g of 22g carbs)

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Common questions about this product

Is Valu Time Fig Bars highly processed?

Food Integrity lists processing level as Ultra-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?

Valu Time Fig Bars shows about 0.99g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Valu Time Fig Bars: 10g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include High fructose corn syrup, Dextrose. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: Contains real figs as a fruit component; Modest calories per serving (110 kcal); Low sodium relative to many packaged snacks.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Multiple added sugars: HFCS, dextrose, sugar, corn syrup; Refined enriched flour as the primary ingredient; Palm oil and multiple additives, colors, and preservatives.

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.

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