Fig Energy Bar: Nutty & FruityOkay, let's look at these fig energy bars. Upshot: These are essentially a sweet treat disguised as an energy bar. While they contain some fiber from the figs, the high sugar content makes them less than ideal as a regular snack. Benefits: 1. Contains dried figs, which provide some natural fiber (3g per serving). 2. Only 90 calories per serving, which can fit into many calorie budgets. Concerns: 1. High in sugar: 15g total sugar per 28g serving, which is over half the weight of the bar! 3g is added sugar, but the majority comes from dried figs and added sugar listed second in ingredients. This will cause a blood sugar spike. 2. Low in protein (1g) and fat (1.5g), meaning they won't provide sustained energy or satiety. Ingredients: The main ingredients are dried figs and sugar. Hazelnut is listed, but likely in a small amount given the low fat and protein. Pectin and sorbic acid are common additives. Marketing: The "Elevate Your Energy Levels" and "Energy Bar" claims are misleading. While the sugar will provide a quick burst of energy, it will be followed by a crash due to the lack of balancing protein and fat. Alternatives: Look for snack bars with less sugar and more protein and fiber. Think nut butter based bars (like RXBAR or Larabar, if you check their ingredients), or even just a handful of nuts or seeds. If you want a sweet fig snack, pair a smaller portion of these bars with some protein like Greek yogurt to help balance the sugar impact.