Is Nature Valley Protein Chewy Bars Low FODMAP?

No. This product is not low FODMAP as it lists 3 ingredients that are likely high FODMAP at 1 serving and 4 ingredients that could be moderate or high FODMAP depending on source or serving size.

Why it's not low FODMAP

  • nonfat dry milk
  • fructose
  • chicory root extract
  • natural flavor
  • reduced minerals whey
  • whey protein concentrate
  • almonds

nonfat dry milk

Dietitian note

Cow's milk, regardless of fat content, is high FODMAP, unless the packaging states that it is lactose free or you see "lactase enzyme" listed as another ingredient.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

Use instead

  • lactose-free cow's milk

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Description

Sweet, robust bars deliver a soft, chewy texture with occasional graininess; customers commonly eat them as on-the-go snacks, between meals, or after workouts. Reviewers praise convenient packaging and satisfying heft, while some note overly sweet flavor, uneven bar consistency, and a tendency to become sticky in warm conditions during transport.

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Ingredients

Roasted Peanut, Soy Protein Isolate,almonds, Chicory Root Extract, Sugar, Vegetable Oils ( Palm Kernel, Canola), Corn Syrup, Fructose, Vegetable Glycerin, Rice Starch, Cornstarch, Whey Protein Concentrate, Nonfat Dry Milk, Salt, Reduced Minerals Whey, Soy Lecithin, Partially Defatted Peanut Flour, Natural Flavor, Baking Soda. Contains: Peanut, Soy, Almond And Milk Ingredients.

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What is a Low FODMAP diet?

A Low FODMAP diet limits foods high in certain short-chain carbohydrates (FODMAPs) that can be poorly absorbed in the gut. These include specific sugars found in foods like onions, garlic, beans, apples, and wheat. It's commonly followed by people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or other digestive sensitivities to reduce bloating, gas, and discomfort. The diet typically involves an elimination phase, followed by gradual reintroduction to identify personal triggers. When followed carefully, often with a dietitian's guidance, a Low FODMAP diet can help manage symptoms while maintaining a balanced and varied intake of nutrients.

Where to buy

Nature Valley Protein Chewy Bars is available at 1 retailer

Walmart

About this product

Protein Bar · Bar

Flavor
Nutty
Texture
ChewyDense
Commonly used for
SnackingBreakfast Item