Is Nature Valley Kids S'mores Soft Baked Layered Bars 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 (23.7 g). Sugar, Vegetable Oil (canola, palm, palm kernel), Salt and Natural Flavor 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 Nature Valley Kids S'mores Soft Baked Layered Bars?

In label order (largest amount first): Whole Grain Wheat Flour, Sugar, Soy Protein Isolate, Vegetable Oil (canola, palm, palm kernel), Tapioca Syrup, Vegetable Glycerin, Chicory Root Extract, Alkalized Cocoa, Baking Powder (sodium acid pyrophosphate, baking soda, monocalcium phosphate), Nonfat Milk, Soy Lecithin, Salt, and 3 more.

Does Nature Valley Kids S'mores Soft Baked Layered Bars contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Sugar (worth noting): Excessive consumption may contribute to health issues like obesity and dental cavities. Vegetable Oil (canola, palm, palm kernel) (worth noting): Palm oil is debated due to environmental concerns and potential health impacts of saturated fats. Salt (worth noting): Excessive consumption may contribute to high blood pressure. Natural Flavor (worth noting): The term 'natural flavor' is broad and may include additives derived from natural sources.

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Nature Valley Kids S'mores Soft Baked Layered Bars

Name: Nature Valley Kids S'mores Soft Baked Layered Bars
Brand: Nature Valley
SKU: 00016000235427

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Listed as: Nature Valley Kids S'mores Soft Baked Layered Bars 5 Count

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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

4 worth noting. 2 shown below — install the TrustPick app to see all 4 with full details.

SugarWorth noting
Excessive consumption may contribute to health issues like obesity and dental cavities.
Worth knowing: Commonly limited in diets focused on reducing added sugars.
Depends on amount
Vegetable Oil (canola, palm, palm kernel)Worth noting
Palm oil is debated due to environmental concerns and potential health impacts of saturated fats.
Worth knowing: Some consumers avoid palm oil for ethical or health reasons.
Evidence debated

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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: GENERAL MILLS SALES INC.
Serving size: 38 g (1 bar)
Last updated: 17 Oct 2026

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Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

1Whole Grain Wheat Flour
2Sugar
3Soy Protein Isolate
4Vegetable Oil (canola, palm, palm kernel)
5Tapioca Syrup
6Vegetable Glycerin
7Chicory Root Extract
8Alkalized Cocoa
9Baking Powder (sodium acid pyrophosphate, baking soda, monocalcium phosphate)
10Nonfat Milk
11Soy Lecithin
12Salt
13Locust Bean Gum
14Xanthan Gum
15Natural Flavor.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (38 g)
Energy	395 kcal	150.1 kcal
Fat	15.8 g	6 g
of which saturated	4 g	1.5 g
of which trans	0 g	0 g
Carbohydrate	55.3 g	21 g
of which sugars	23.7 g	9 g
of which added sugars	21.1 g	8 g
Fibre	7.9 g	3 g
Protein	13.2 g	5 g
Sodium	368 mg	139.8 mg

Questions about Nature Valley Kids S'mores Soft Baked Layered Bars

Is Nature Valley Kids S'mores Soft Baked Layered Bars 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 (23.7 g). Sugar, Vegetable Oil (canola, palm, palm kernel), Salt and Natural Flavor 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 Nature Valley Kids S'mores Soft Baked Layered Bars?: In label order (largest amount first): Whole Grain Wheat Flour, Sugar, Soy Protein Isolate, Vegetable Oil (canola, palm, palm kernel), Tapioca Syrup, Vegetable Glycerin, Chicory Root Extract, Alkalized Cocoa, Baking Powder (sodium acid pyrophosphate, baking soda, monocalcium phosphate), Nonfat Milk, Soy Lecithin, Salt, and 3 more.
Does Nature Valley Kids S'mores Soft Baked Layered Bars contain any ingredients worth knowing about?: Sugar (worth noting): Excessive consumption may contribute to health issues like obesity and dental cavities. Vegetable Oil (canola, palm, palm kernel) (worth noting): Palm oil is debated due to environmental concerns and potential health impacts of saturated fats. Salt (worth noting): Excessive consumption may contribute to high blood pressure. Natural Flavor (worth noting): The term 'natural flavor' is broad and may include additives derived from natural sources.

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