# All-Natural Snack Bars The Strong & Kind Line is Pack with Protein and Culinary Flavors By Meghan Young | Published 2014-10-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allnatural-snack-bar References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/food-drink/strong-and-kind-snack-bars.php) & [strongandkind](http://www.strongandkind.com) The all-natural snack bar craze is on as people strive to lead healthier lifestyles in a way that is still quick and convenient as well. KIND, the renowned New York-based brand, has released a Strong & KIND line that focuses more on fitness. It is [chock full of protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rxbar-high-protein), 10 grams, to be exact, that is just what people need before or after a hard workout. Yet what sets this [all-natural snack bar line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-protein-bars) apart from other similar ones is its introduction of savory flavors. Inspired by the culinary scene, the all-natural snack bars come in Thai Sweet Chili, Honey Mustard, Roasted Jalapeño and more. People who don't gravitate towards the typically sweet flavors will appreciate this twist. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **All-natural Snack Bars:** The trend of all-natural snack bars is disrupting the traditional processed snack industry. - **Protein-focused Snack Bars:** The trend of protein-focused snack bars presents an opportunity for innovative ways to meet the nutritional needs of fitness enthusiasts. - **Savory Flavored Snack Bars:** The trend of introducing savory flavors in snack bars opens up new possibilities for appealing to consumers who prefer less sweet options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Health Food Industry:** The health food industry can tap into the trend of all-natural snack bars by offering a wide variety of wholesome and nutritious options. - **Fitness Industry:** The fitness industry can leverage the trend of protein-focused snack bars by promoting them as convenient and effective post-workout snacks. - **Snack Food Industry:** The snack food industry can capitalize on the trend of savory flavored snack bars by expanding their product range to cater to diverse taste preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nutritious Snack Bar Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-snacks-3.md) - [Healthy Trail Mix-Style Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-snacks-2.md) - [Better-For-You Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-protein-max.md) - [Protein-Rich Snack Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-1.md) - [Fruit-Forward Protein Breakfast Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-breakfast-protein.md) - [Grain-Powered Energy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-grains-energy-bars.md) - [Chocolate-Forward Protein Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-snacks-protein-max-bars.md) - [Hazelnut Dark Chocolate Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hazelnut-dark-chocolate.md) - [Nutty Low-Sugar Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-caramelised-biscuit-nut.md)