YummyLogy verdict
Not YummyLogy Approved
Standard0 pts
2 not-approved ingredients detected
Why this verdict?
Ingredients
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Sunflower Seed ButterGround sunflower seeds; nut-free spread.
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Sunflower SeedsWhole edible seed; vitamin E and healthy fats.
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Sunflower OilRefined seed oil; high-oleic variants slightly more stable but still industrially processed.
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Cane SugarRefined sucrose. Editorial position: drives chronic low-grade inflammation, dysregulates the gut microbiome, and contributes to weight gain at the dose found in everyday processed food. Yummylogy does not endorse cane sugar as an ingredient regardless of organic status.
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Cocoa ButterFat extracted from cacao seeds.
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Brown SugarRefined sugar with molasses added back.
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Brown RiceWhole grain rice with bran intact.
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SaltSodium chloride. Most table salt is highly refined with anti-caking agents.
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Natural FlavorRegulatory category that allows solvent extraction and undisclosed processing aids. Lack of transparency.
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Vanilla ExtractAlcohol-extracted vanilla bean flavor.
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Sea SaltEvaporated sea water; minimally processed.
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Sunflower LecithinMechanically extracted from sunflower seeds; cleaner alternative to soy lecithin.
Quality signals tier: standard · score: 0
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Editor's overview
Aloha's Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough protein bars offer a convenient snack option for those seeking organic ingredients without hydrogenated fats, high fructose corn syrup, bleached flour, or synthetic nitrates. Each 1.98-ounce bar comes in a 12-count pack, making it practical for on-the-go nutrition. These bars work well for anyone looking to avoid common additives while maintaining a straightforward ingredient profile.