Snack, BALANCE, original bar
Snack, BALANCE, original bar is a snack food, containing 415 calories per 100g. It is an excellent source of Vitamin A (RAE), Iron and Thiamin (B1), providing 556%, 136% and 136% of the Daily Value respectively. This snack food is high in protein, a useful source of fiber. Snack foods vary widely in their nutrient profiles. Some provide meaningful amounts of fiber, protein, or micronutrients, while others are primarily energy-dense. Our database tracks 77 nutrients for this food, plus environmental footprint data.
Top Nutrients
Data for 77 of 150 tracked nutrients
Nutrient Fingerprint
How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.
Complete Nutrient Profile
Macronutrients 10
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Unit | Per Serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water SR | 7.8 | g | — | 0% |
| Calories SR | 415 | kcal | — | — |
| Energy (kJ) SR | 1,736 | kj | — | — |
| Protein SR | 28.0 | g | — | 50% |
| Total Fat SR | 12.0 | g | — | — |
| Carbohydrate SR | 48.7 | g | — | 38% |
| Fiber SR | 3.1 | g | — | 8% |
| Total Sugars SR | 34.9 | g | — | — |
| Starch SR | 0.85 | g | — | — |
| Ash SR | 3.5 | g | — | — |
Minerals 11
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Unit | Per Serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium SR | 543 | mg | — | 54% |
| Iron SR | 10.9 | mg | — | 136% |
| Magnesium SR | 119 | mg | — | 30% |
| Phosphorus SR | 465 | mg | — | 66% |
| Potassium SR | 678 | mg | — | 20% |
| Sodium SR | 253 | mg | — | 17% |
| Zinc SR | 3.5 | mg | — | 32% |
| Copper SR | 0.77 | mg | — | 86% |
| Manganese SR | 0.71 | mg | — | 31% |
| Selenium SR | 23.3 | µg | — | 42% |
| Fluoride SR | 0.10 | µg | — | 0% |
Vitamins 34
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Unit | Per Serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) SR | 5,000 | µg | — | 556% |
| Vitamin A (IU) SR | 1,496 | IU | — | — |
| Retinol SR | 1,495 | µg | — | — |
| Beta-Carotene SR | 10.0 | µg | — | — |
| Alpha-Carotene SR | 0 | µg | — | — |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin SR | 0 | µg | — | — |
| Lycopene SR | 0 | µg | — | — |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR | 0 | µg | — | — |
| Vitamin C SR | 11.2 | mg | — | 12% |
| Vitamin D SR | 1.6 | µg | — | 11% |
| Vitamin D (IU) SR | 65.0 | IU | — | — |
| Vitamin D3 SR | 1.6 | µg | — | — |
| Vitamin E SR | 5.8 | mg | — | 39% |
| Beta-Tocopherol SR | 0.01 | mg | — | — |
| Gamma-Tocopherol SR | 0.98 | mg | — | — |
| Delta-Tocopherol SR | 0.43 | mg | — | — |
| Alpha-Tocotrienol SR | 0 | mg | — | — |
| Beta-Tocotrienol SR | 0 | mg | — | — |
| Gamma-Tocotrienol SR | 0 | mg | — | — |
| Delta-Tocotrienol SR | 0 | mg | — | — |
| Vitamin K1 SR | 1.3 | µg | — | 1% |
| Vitamin K2 (MK-4) SR | 0 | µg | — | — |
| Thiamin (B1) SR | 1.6 | mg | — | 136% |
| Riboflavin (B2) SR | 1.7 | mg | — | 131% |
| Niacin (B3) SR | 9.0 | mg | — | 56% |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) SR | 0.70 | mg | — | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 SR | 0.89 | mg | — | 68% |
| Folate SR | 126 | µg | — | 32% |
| Folic Acid SR | 0 | µg | — | — |
| Folate (food) SR | 126 | µg | — | — |
| Folate (DFE) SR | 126 | µg | — | — |
| Vitamin B12 SR | 1.2 | µg | — | 52% |
| Choline SR | 91.2 | mg | — | 17% |
| Betaine SR | 0.50 | mg | — | — |
Fatty Acids 9
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Unit | Per Serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturated Fat SR | 1.1 | g | — | — |
| Monounsaturated Fat SR | 8.1 | g | — | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat SR | 2.0 | g | — | — |
| Trans Fat SR | 0.001 | g | — | — |
| Cholesterol SR | 1.0 | mg | — | — |
| Phytosterols SR | 19.0 | mg | — | — |
| Omega-3 EPA SR | 0 | g | — | — |
| Omega-3 DPA SR | 0 | g | — | — |
| Omega-3 DHA SR | 0 | g | — | — |
Individual Fatty Acids 10
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Unit | Per Serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butyric Acid (4:0) SR | 0.004 | g | — | — |
| Caproic Acid (6:0) SR | 0.001 | g | — | — |
| Caprylic Acid (8:0) SR | 0.001 | g | — | — |
| Capric Acid (10:0) SR | 0.002 | g | — | — |
| Lauric Acid (12:0) SR | 0.001 | g | — | — |
| Myristic Acid (14:0) SR | 0.008 | g | — | — |
| Palmitic Acid (16:0) SR | 0.63 | g | — | — |
| Stearic Acid (18:0) SR | 0.42 | g | — | — |
| Linoleic Acid (18:2) SR | 1.8 | g | — | 11% |
| Linolenic Acid (18:3) SR | 0.14 | g | — | — |
Nutrient Density Score
The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.
NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.
Nutrient Interactions in This Food
Nutrients in this food that enhance or compete with each other during absorption.
✔ Synergies — nutrients that help each other
Vitamin C dramatically enhances non-heme iron absorption by reducing Fe³⁺ to Fe²⁺ in the gut. Adding 75 mg vitamin C to a meal can increase iron absorption 3–4 fold.
Hallberg et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 1989
Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption. Without adequate vitamin D, only 10–15% of dietary calcium is absorbed; with it, absorption rises to 30–40%.
Christakos et al., J Cell Biochem, 2003
Vitamin A is fat-soluble and requires dietary fat for absorption. Adding fat to a meal significantly increases beta-carotene and retinol absorption.
Ribaya-Mercado et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 2007
Vitamin D is fat-soluble. Co-consumption with dietary fat increases absorption by up to 50% compared to taking it on an empty stomach.
Dawson-Hughes et al., J Acad Nutr Diet, 2015
Vitamin E is fat-soluble and absorbed alongside dietary fats via micelle formation in the small intestine. Low-fat diets reduce vitamin E absorption.
Traber, Free Radic Biol Med, 2007
⚠ Antagonisms — nutrients that compete
Calcium inhibits both heme and non-heme iron absorption when consumed in the same meal. The effect is dose-dependent, with significant inhibition at 300+ mg calcium.
Hallberg et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 1991
High zinc intake induces metallothionein in enterocytes, which traps copper and blocks its absorption. Prolonged high-dose zinc can cause copper deficiency.
Prasad et al., JAMA, 1978; Fosmire, Am J Clin Nutr, 1990
Zinc and non-heme iron compete for the same intestinal transporter (DMT1). High doses of one can reduce absorption of the other when taken simultaneously.
Rossander-Hulten et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 1991
Very high calcium intake can reduce magnesium absorption by competing for shared intestinal transport pathways. A calcium:magnesium ratio above 2.6:1 may impair magnesium status.
Rosanoff et al., Nutr Rev, 2012
Phytates in high-fibre foods (whole grains, legumes) bind non-heme iron and reduce its bioavailability. Soaking, sprouting, and fermentation reduce phytate content.
Hurrell & Egli, Int J Vitam Nutr Res, 2010
Fatty Acid Profile
Breakdown of fat types per 100g. A healthy fat profile favours unsaturated fats (mono + poly) and a balanced omega-3 to omega-6 ratio.
Environmental Impact
Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Potatoes” category.
- Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
- System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
- Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
- Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.
Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Snack, BALANCE, original bar?
Snack, BALANCE, original bar contains 415 kcal per 100 grams, making it a calorie-dense food. The energy comes from 28.0g of protein (27% of calories), 12.0g of fat (26%), and 48.7g of carbohydrates (47%). Carbohydrates are the primary energy source.
What is Snack, BALANCE, original bar most nutritious for?
The standout nutrient in Snack, BALANCE, original bar is Vitamin A (RAE), providing 5,000 µg per 100g (556% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Iron (136% DV). Our database tracks 77 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.
Is Snack, BALANCE, original bar high in protein?
With 28.0g per 100 grams, Snack, BALANCE, original bar is a high-protein food. Protein accounts for 27% of its total calories, making it suitable for diets focused on protein intake.
How much fiber is in Snack, BALANCE, original bar?
Snack, BALANCE, original bar contains 3.1g of fiber per 100 grams — a moderate amount. This contributes to the recommended daily intake of 25-38g. Pairing with other fiber-rich foods like vegetables, legumes, or whole grains can help meet daily targets.