Finding healthy snacks on the slimming world isn't always easy, especially if you need a quick breakfast on the go in the morning, but what about Nature Valley bars, can you have them on slimming world?
Nature Valley bars have on average 10 syns for a 42g serving which is two bars, making them very high in syns, we would therefore suggest only having them as the occasional treat on the slimming world.
In our syn guide below, we will discuss in more detail why Nature Valley bars are so high in syns, some syn values of them and low syn alternative snack bars to have on the plan.
At 10 syns for two bars, Nature Valley bars are very high in syns, taking the majority of your 15 syn daily allowance, syns can vary however according to the bar that you choose.
These bars get their high syn value from the sugar and fat in them due to the maple syrup, oil and sugar inside of them, for example, a two bar serving has up to 7.5g of fat and 11.5g of sugar.
We would therefore suggest only having these bars as a sweet treat on the plan or stick to a one bar serving which has just five syns.
Nature valley has a huge range of bars, not just their crunchy versions, to help you stay on track we've listed all of their syn values down below.
If you find Nature Valley bars to be too high in syns, we've got some great low syn alternative snacks for you to check out down below.
Overall, Nature Valley bars are very high in syns, having around 10 syns for two bars, this is due to their high sugar content from the maple syrup. We would suggest only eat these bars as the occasional sweet treat or checking out low syn alternative snack bars which start as low as 3 syns.
Syn values are calculated using a formula based on calories, saturated fat and sugar content per serving. They’re not the same as calories — a product can be low in calories but higher in syns if it’s high in sugar or fat. Always check the official Slimming World app for the most accurate and up-to-date syn values.
Yes. When manufacturers reformulate their products, the syn value can go up or down. This is why we recommend double-checking with the Slimming World app or your consultant, especially if a product’s packaging has changed recently.
Most Slimming World members work with 5 to 15 syns per day. Your consultant will advise on the right amount for you. The key is to use your syns on the things you enjoy most — whether that’s a chocolate bar, a glass of wine, or a packet of crisps.
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