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RX Bar

Common questions

Is RX Bar healthy?

RX Bar scores 84/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product is a minimally processed protein bar made from whole-food ingredients like egg whites and nuts, indicating transparent sourcing and balanced macros, which aligns well with clean label snack standards.

Does RX Bar contain seed oils?

No — Scout's ingredient analysis marks RX Bar as seed-oil free.

How processed is RX Bar?

RX Bar is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

How does RX Bar compare to other protein bars?

RX Bar ranks #20 of 71 protein bars in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Jacob Protein Bar at 96/100.

Which ingredients drive RX Bar's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Egg whites, Dates, Almonds count in its favor; Natural Flavors is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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RX Bar

RXBAR
Seed oil free
84 Good
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Kellanova
Category Protein Bars
Summary

This product is a minimally processed protein bar made from whole-food ingredients like egg whites and nuts, indicating transparent sourcing and balanced macros, which aligns well with clean label snack standards. The full label also lists chocolate, cocoa, sea salt, and natural flavors — the natural flavors are an undisclosed-composition demerit.

Key ingredients 9

Egg whites
Very Good

Complete protein.

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Almonds
Very Good

Rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, and magnesium, supporting heart health and providing satiety.

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Dates
Good

Whole-food sweetener with fiber.

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Cashews
Good

Provide healthy fats, copper, and zinc, supporting immune function and bone health.

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Sea Salt
Good

Mineral-containing salt at a modest level.

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Chocolate
Neutral

Unsweetened chocolate — cocoa solids without added sugar in this bar.

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Cocoa
Neutral

Cocoa powder for flavor; no added sugar.

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Calorie-dense
Neutral

Easy to overconsume.

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Natural Flavors
Bad

Undisclosed flavor compounds — proprietary composition means sourcing and processing can't be verified.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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