Ingredient Report

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Ingredients
2
Additives
Meat

Ingredient List

Meat & Eggs
Bison

American bison meat

Additive
Cultured celery powder

Celery plant extract, fermented

Sugar
Apple juice concentrate

Apples

Fruit
Cranberry

Cranberries

Complete Ingredient Details

Bison

Lean red meat from American bison, valued for high-quality protein and B vitamins with generally lower fat than beef.

Category: Meat & Eggs
Subcategory: Meat
Processing Level: 2
Source: American bison meat
Purpose: Lean red meat that provides complete protein and key micronutrients.
Manufacturing Method: Minimal butchering & chilling
Why Manufacturers Choose It: Offers a premium, lean protein with a “better-than-beef” image that supports higher pricing and product differentiation.
Commonly Found In: ["meat bars","jerky","frozen meals","canned soups","deli meats"]
Health Score: 6
Bottom Line: Bison is a lean, nutrient‑dense red meat that can fit in a balanced diet when chosen unprocessed, lean, and eaten in moderation. The same cancer and food safety guidance that applies to other red meats applies here.
Micronutrients: ["Vitamin B12","Iron","Zinc"]
Antioxidants: ["Carnosine","Taurine","Coenzyme Q10"]
Healthier Alternatives: Turkey, Chicken, Venison
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Cultured celery powder

A fermented celery-derived powder standardized to contain pre-formed nitrite from naturally occurring nitrate; used as a 'natural' curing source for processed meats.

Category: Additive
Subcategory: Preservatives
Processing Level: 3
Source: Celery plant extract, fermented
Purpose: Plant-derived source of nitrite to cure meat and inhibit microbes.
Manufacturing Method: Fermented plant extract with drying
Why Manufacturers Choose It: Delivers nitrite performance while enabling 'natural' or 'uncured' label claims.
Commonly Found In: bacon, hot dogs, deli meats, sausages, jerky
Health Score: 4
Bottom Line: Cultured celery powder is a fermented celery extract used to deliver nitrite in “natural” cured meats. It improves microbial safety but does not remove the cancer risk and nitrosamine concerns associated with processed meats.
Micronutrients: ["Potassium","Vitamin K","Vitamin C"]
Antioxidants: ["Apigenin","Luteolin","Caffeic acid"]
Healthier Alternatives: Sea salt + spices (uncured), Vinegar powder, Celery powder (uncultured)

Apple juice concentrate

A thick syrup made by removing water from apple juice to intensify natural sugars, flavor, and acidity; used mainly as a fruit-based sweetener and binder.

Category: Sugar
Subcategory: Syrups
Processing Level: 4
Source: Apples
Purpose: Fruit-derived syrup used to sweeten foods and beverages.
Manufacturing Method: Juice concentrated under vacuum; filtered and pasteurized
Why Manufacturers Choose It: Provides fruit-sourced sweetness, mild flavor, and easy handling at a competitive cost.
Commonly Found In: bars, cereals, gummies, sauces, drinks
Health Score: 4
Bottom Line: Apple juice concentrate is a fruit‑sourced sweetener that nutritionally acts like other sugars. Enjoy in small amounts and be especially mindful of portions for kids and anyone managing blood sugar.
Micronutrients: ["Potassium","Vitamin C","Manganese"]
Antioxidants: ["Chlorogenic acids","Quercetin","Phloridzin"]
Healthier Alternatives: Date paste, Apple purée, Raisin paste
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Cranberry

A small, very tart red berry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) used whole, dried, juiced, or as an extract; notable for polyphenols linked to urinary tract benefits.

Category: Fruit
Processing Level: 1
Source: Cranberries
Purpose: Tart fruit used for flavor, color, and polyphenol antioxidants.
Manufacturing Method: Cleaned, cut, juiced or dried
Why Manufacturers Choose It: Distinct tart flavor and stable red color with a consumer-friendly UTI halo.
Commonly Found In: protein bars; trail mix; granola; cereals; gummies
Health Score: 7
Bottom Line: Reach for cranberries when you want tart flavor and polyphenols, but favor unsweetened juice or low‑sugar dried fruit. If you’re after UTI support, choose products that specify PAC content or carry the FDA’s qualified claim, and avoid very high doses if you have stones or take warfarin.
Micronutrients: ["Vitamin C","Manganese","Vitamin K1"]
Antioxidants: ["Proanthocyanidins (A-type)","Anthocyanins","Quercetin"]
Healthier Alternatives: Blueberries, Cherries (tart), Strawberries

About This Report

This ingredient report provides detailed information about every ingredient in EPIC Provisions Bison Bacon Cranberry Bar protein bar, based on the latest research. Click on any ingredient card to learn more about its source, processing, health effects, and safety information.

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