Is Clif Black Cherry Energy Chews healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 74/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sugar (40 g). Cane Sugar, Maltodextrin, Green Tea Extract (Contains Caffeine) and Natural Flavors are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in Clif Black Cherry Energy Chews?

In label order (largest amount first): TAPIOCA SYRUP*, CANE SUGAR*, MALTODEXTRIN*, PECTIN, CITRIC ACID, GREEN TEA EXTRACT (CONTAINS CAFFEINE), NATURAL FLAVORS, POTASSIUM CITRATE, JUICE CONCENTRATES FOR COLOR (CARROT, BLUEBERRY, AND BLACK CURRANT), SEA SALT, SUNFLOWER OIL*, CARNAUBA WAX*..

Does Clif Black Cherry Energy Chews contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Cane Sugar (worth noting): Excessive consumption of added sugars is associated with health risks such as obesity and diabetes. Maltodextrin (worth noting): High intake may contribute to blood sugar spikes and gut health concerns. Green Tea Extract (Contains Caffeine) (worth noting): Caffeine may not be suitable for sensitive populations such as children, pregnant individuals, or those with caffeine sensitivity. Natural Flavors (worth noting): The term 'natural flavors' is broad and may include substances derived from natural sources but processed.

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Clif Black Cherry Energy Chews

Name: Clif Black Cherry Energy Chews
Brand: Clif
SKU: 722252180643

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Listed as: BLACK CHERRY ENERGY CHEWS, BLACK CHERRY

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TrustPick analysis

Some things worth noting3/5 ★

Ingredient rating 3/5 — nothing restricted, but more than 15% of ingredients worth noting. How ratings work

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Cane SugarWorth noting
Excessive consumption of added sugars is associated with health risks such as obesity and diabetes.
Worth knowing: Many consumers aim to limit added sugars for health reasons.
Depends on amount
MaltodextrinWorth noting
High intake may contribute to blood sugar spikes and gut health concerns.
Worth knowing: Often used as a thickener or filler; some consumers prefer to avoid it.
Depends on amount

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TrustPick Health Score

74/100 · B

Combines ingredients, nutrition and processing level. How it’s calculated

An AI summary of how regulators in India, the EU, the US and Canada treat these ingredients, for consumer education. Not a medical device; not medical or legal advice. Product facts are shown separately from our analysis. How TrustPick scores products

Product facts

Manufacturer: Clif Bar and Company
Serving size: 30 g (3 pieces)
Last updated: 17 Oct 2026

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Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

1TAPIOCA SYRUP*
2CANE SUGAR*
3MALTODEXTRIN*
4PECTIN
5CITRIC ACID
6GREEN TEA EXTRACT (CONTAINS CAFFEINE)
7NATURAL FLAVORS
8POTASSIUM CITRATE
9JUICE CONCENTRATES FOR COLOR (CARROT, BLUEBERRY, AND BLACK CURRANT)
10SEA SALT
11SUNFLOWER OIL*
12CARNAUBA WAX*.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (30 g)
Energy	333 kcal	99.9 kcal
Fat	0 g	0 g
of which saturated	0 g	0 g
of which trans	0 g	0 g
Carbohydrate	80 g	24 g
of which sugars	40 g	12 g
of which added sugars	40 g	12 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g
Protein	0 g	0 g
Sodium	167 mg	50.1 mg

Questions about Clif Black Cherry Energy Chews

Is Clif Black Cherry Energy Chews healthy?: TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 74/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sugar (40 g). Cane Sugar, Maltodextrin, Green Tea Extract (Contains Caffeine) and Natural Flavors are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.
What are the ingredients in Clif Black Cherry Energy Chews?: In label order (largest amount first): TAPIOCA SYRUP*, CANE SUGAR*, MALTODEXTRIN*, PECTIN, CITRIC ACID, GREEN TEA EXTRACT (CONTAINS CAFFEINE), NATURAL FLAVORS, POTASSIUM CITRATE, JUICE CONCENTRATES FOR COLOR (CARROT, BLUEBERRY, AND BLACK CURRANT), SEA SALT, SUNFLOWER OIL*, CARNAUBA WAX*..
Does Clif Black Cherry Energy Chews contain any ingredients worth knowing about?: Cane Sugar (worth noting): Excessive consumption of added sugars is associated with health risks such as obesity and diabetes. Maltodextrin (worth noting): High intake may contribute to blood sugar spikes and gut health concerns. Green Tea Extract (Contains Caffeine) (worth noting): Caffeine may not be suitable for sensitive populations such as children, pregnant individuals, or those with caffeine sensitivity. Natural Flavors (worth noting): The term 'natural flavors' is broad and may include substances derived from natural sources but processed.

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