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9 Best Protein Bars for Every Diet

There’s no question that protein is an essential part of a healthy diet: Research suggests that protein keeps you feeling full, helps muscle recovery after a workout, can contribute to weight loss, and may even lower blood pressure. A recent study published in Circulation, the journal of the American Heart Association, found that replacing the calories in refined carbs with a daily 40-gram (g) supplement of milk or soy protein lowered blood pressure modestly. All these benefits help explain why protein bars have become a diet staple in the United States.

Protein bars are a type of nutritional supplement that comes in a variety of brands and flavors — chocolate, dark chocolate, almond, vanilla, peanut butter and chocolate, oatmeal, and more. Many protein bars have a good balance of carbohydrates, protein, and fat, making them a nice choice for a snack or postworkout recovery boost. Some protein bars are higher in sugar while others use sugar alcohols.

The only problem, says Jessica Janc, a certified sports nutritionist with the National Association of Sports Nutrition, is that not all protein bars are created equal — many protein bar brands are so loaded with sugar, they’re more like delicious candy bars than dietary supplements. The key, Janc says, is selecting a protein bar with the right building blocks — protein should be at least half the amount of the bar’s carbohydrates. “For instance, if the bar has 24 grams of carbohydrates, I would want it to have at least 12 grams of protein,” Janc explains. “I like the sugars to be below 7 grams and the fat to be below 12 grams.”

Similarly, Ericka Stachura, RD, of Boston, recommends dieters watch the sugar, protein, and fiber in protein bars. “For a snack, look for protein bars with 200 calories or less,” she says. “For an on-the-go meal replacement, look for bars that have 200 calories or more. Serious athletes who want a postworkout recovery protein bar should look for bars with about 20 grams of protein. It’s also a good idea to look for a short ingredients list to ensure your bar is minimally processed.”

But what if you indulge in several pure protein bars each day, could you be getting too much protein? According to the Mayo Clinic, most Americans get twice as much protein as they need. Even without protein bars and other dietary supplements, athletes are getting more protein than is needed. This happens because calorie requirements are higher for athletes, who burn lots of calories, and eating more food increases the intake of protein. In addition, it’s not uncommon for athletes to intentionally seek out higher levels of protein because they think it will help them build more muscle.

For the average person, the least amount of protein you need each day in order to stay healthy is 0.8 g per kilogram (kg) (or 0.36 g per pound). With a typical diet, that amount is easy to get without even thinking about it. People who exercise regularly need a little more, at about 1.1 to 1. 5 g of protein per kg of body weight while those who lift weights or are training for a marathon or cycling event need 1.2 to 1.7 g per kg. Excessive protein intake is considered about 2.5 g per kg of body weight daily.

For women ages 40 to 50, protein needs increase to about 1 to 1.2 g per kg of body weight. This is because women at midlife begin to lose muscle mass (sarcopenia) with aging. Experts believe added protein may help prevent this health condition. For those who already have sarcopenia, 1.2 to 1.5 g per kg per day may be needed.

Read on to find out about the best protein bars for every diet.

20 Best Protein Bars – Healthiest Protein Bars 2021

Protein bars are a portable snack that are great when you’re in a pinch and need a balanced mini meal on-the-go. They’re super convenient when traveling or if you need a quick fix before or after exercise. Trying to find the right bar can be overwhelming, the protein bar aisle has become saturated with countless choices and lofty nutrition claims that can be difficult to decipher. Just because something has the word “protein” in it does not make it automatically healthy.

What makes a protein bar worthy of being on your grocery list? When it comes to nutrition, ingredients are always at the forefront of any testing we do. After analyzing dozens of protein bars in our Good Housekeeping Institute’s Nutrition Lab, our choices focused on protein bars with a readable list of ingredients and a whole grain or whole food (i.e. nuts, oats, legumes, etc) as the first ingredient.

We capped calories at 300 per bar, and looked for choices with no more than 10 grams of added sugar. In order to be considered a protein bar, we required at least 10 grams of protein per serving. We also feel that fiber is important to help keep you full and balance out the bar, which is why all choices on our list have at least 3 grams of fiber or more per serving. We also tried to keep sodium counts under 300mg per bar.

After careful consideration, we rounded up our top choices for the best protein bars of 2021:

1

Organic Plant Based Protein Bars

This plant-based protein bar is not to be missed. Packed with wholesome ingredients and no sugar alcohols or stevia, it’s a vegan and low-carb option that’s also USDA organic. Peanuts and pumpkin seed protein are the star of the show.

Nutrition Facts (1 Bar): 240 cal, 12g fat, 85mg sodium, 24g total carb, 13g fiber, 4g total sugar, 14g protein

2

PROTEIN From Real Food Bars

Don’t be fooled by its granola bar facade! This crunchy snack from KIND actually packs in 12 grams of plant-based protein and only has 6 grams of added sugar. We love the taste and texture on this nutty and chocolatey bar. 

Nutrition Facts (1 bar): 250 cal, 17g fat, 125mg sodium, 17g carb, 5g fiber, 6g added sugar, 12g protein

3

Organic Plant Based Protein Bar

Vegan protein bars can be hard to come by, and organic ones are even tougher to find. We love the chewy texture on this chocolate chip cookie dough flavored protein snack bar from Orgain that boasts 10 grams of plant-based protein and is both vegan and soy-free.

Nutrition Facts (1 bar): 140 calories, 5g fat, 125mg sodium, 20g carb, 3g dietary fiber, 5g total sugar, 4g added sugars, 10g protein

4

LAYERS Layered Protein Bar

RXBAR’s Layers bar is chewy, gooey, and nutrient-dense and comes in two flavors, Peanut Butter Chocolate and Chocolate Almond. Packed with 14+ grams of protein, it boasts a wholesome ingredients list and is sweetened with dates and honey. It has that candy bar taste and texture, but only 4 grams of added sugar. 

Nutrition Facts (1 bar, Peanut Butter Chocolate): 250 cal, 14g total fat, 180mg sodium, 20g carb, 3g fiber, 13g total sugar, 4g added sugar, 15g protein

5

Omega-3 and Grass-Fed Whey Protein Bars

Oatmega
amazon. com

$17.99

The first ingredient in this protein-packed bar is grass-fed whey protein concentrate. It’s packed with fiber (7 grams) and only 4 grams of added sugar. It has a great flavor and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids as well. 

Nutrition Facts (1 bar): 200 cal, 7g total fat, 120mg sodium, 22g total carb, 7g fiber, 5g total sugar, 4g added sugar, 14g protein

6

Protein Bar

We love the original RXBAR protein bar. Made with real ingredients that you can pronounce, these bars are loaded with 12 grams of protein and are gluten-free. They are sweetened with dates and contain no added sugar. Plant-based options are also available.

Nutrition Facts (1 bar): 210 cal, 9g total fat, 260mg sodium, 23g total carb, 5g fiber, 13g total sugar, 0g added sugar, 12g protein

7

Plant-Based Protein Bars

Designed by registered dietitians, these chewy bars are completely plant-based and boast a strong 10 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber. The Dark Chocolate Coconut Vitality Bar features macaroon-style shaved coconut and tastes just like an Almond Joy.

Nutrition Facts (1 bar): 210 cal, 11g total fat, 55mg sodium, 24g carb, 7g fiber, 9g total sugar, 10g protein

8

Nut Butter Protein Bars

Bobo’s protein bars deliver wholesome and simple ingredients, great texture and flavor. Packed with 11 grams of protein, 4 grams of fiber, and 7 grams of added sugar, it’s a perfect on-the-go snack.

Nutrition Facts (1 bar): 270 cal, 11g fat, 60mg sodium, 39g carb, 4g fiber, 7g added sugar, 11g protein

9

Vegan Cookie Dough Protein Bar

This plant-based, low-sugar bar is top-rated on Amazon and comes in a variety of flavors. It’s a gluten-free, plant-based, low-sugar option that’s both soft and tasty. We like that the protein blend comes from fava beans and brown rice, and that is has a whopping 11 grams of fiber.

Nutrition Facts (1 bar): 220 cal, 7g fat, 210mg sodium, 29g carb, 11g fiber, 10g total sugar, 15g protein

10

Plant Based Protein Bars

Super Pop Snacks
amazon.com

$34.99

The first ingredient in this soft bar is almond butter, which helps to pack in 10 grams of plant-based protein per bar. You’ll find actual dried blueberries throughout and a nice flavor, with no dairy or soy in the ingredient list.

Nutrition Facts: 260 cal, 13g fat, 50mg sodium, 23g total carb, 4g fiber, 11g total sugar, 10g protein

11

Plant-Based, Low Carb, Low Sugar Protein Bars

Gratisfied
gratisfied. com

$20.99

Grain, gluten and dairy-free and packed with nuts and seeds these bars are a delicious low carb option. With a company mission to “Eat Real Food”, this bar was created with the mindset of eating as close to nature as possible.

Nutrition Facts: 200 cal, 15g fat, 140mg sodium, 6g total carb, 3g fiber, 2g total sugar, 12g protein

12

Plant-Based, Allergen-Friendly, Protein Bar

With only 6 ingredients these soft-baked, vegan, nut-free and gluten-free bars gain their plant-based protein from pumpkin seeds. Created with “truly real ingredients”, they are a great choice for allergy sufferers because they’re made in a dedicated bakery, free of all top 8 allergens.

Nutrition Facts: 260 cal, 19g fat, 130mg sodium, 15g total carb, 3g fiber, 7g total sugar, 12g protein

13

Raw Superfoods Protein Bars

Raw Rev Glo
amazon. com

$25.74

Developed by a registered nurse and natural foods chef who was challenging her patients to be vegan for a day.  These low-sugar and high fiber nut-based bars could turn any skeptic into a vegan. They are loaded with antioxidants like chia seeds and flax seeds and have hearty 13 grams of fiber and only 3 grams of sugar.

Nutrition Facts: 180 cal, 11g fat, 100mg sodium, 19g total carb, 13g fiber, 3g total sugar, 11g protein

14

The Brain Brand Protein Bar

MOSH, which stands for Maria Owings Shriver Health, recently launched a line of protein bars with her son, Patrick, with a goal to improve brain health through adaptogens and nutrients. With four flavors and a waitlist, the bars contain no added sugar and a percentage of sales go to Alzheimer’s research. 

Nutrition Facts: 180 cal, 10g fat, 95mg sodium, 17g total carb, 4g fiber, <1g total sugar, 12g protein

15

Vegan Hemp, Grain & Gluten Free, Protein Bar

Manitoba Harvest
amazon. com

$19.99

The number one ingredient in these granola, grain and gluten free, soft and crunchy plant-based bars is hemp. Packed with seeds, nuts and 12 grams of protein, this heart healthy bar is a great choice for on-the-go. 

Nutrition Facts: 220 cal, 14g fat, 160mg sodium, 15g total carb, 3g fiber, 7g total sugar, 12g protein

16

KETO Protein Bar

KETO Protein
bhufoods.com

$24.99

Created with a goal to help people transition away from sugar, these low carb bars are creamy and delicious, and you don’t need to follow a keto diet to enjoy them. Made with organic ingredients, they are packed with an impressive 13 gram of protein, 11 grams of fiber, and 1 gram of sugar. 

Nutrition Facts: 250 cal, 18g fat, 50mg sodium, 13g total carb, 11g fiber, 1g total sugar, 13g protein

17

Low Carb Protein Bar

Created by a Harvard grad in search of healthy, low-carb, and ready-to-eat options, these bars include 6 brain boosting nutrients including omega-3s, flavonoids and vitamin E, among others. Available in seven flavors, they are all soy, dairy and gluten free as well as vegan, keto-friendly and paleo approved.

Nutrition Facts: 180 cal, 15g fat, 120mg sodium, 10g total carb, 7g fiber, 1g total sugar, 12g protein

18

Vegan, Low Sugar & Gluten-Free Protein Bars

R.E.D.D.
amazon.com

$15.99

Low in sugar and high in fiber, these plant-based and gluten-free bars contain pre- and probiotics.  They also contain a superfood blend of ingredients like mushrooms, acai powder and turmeric.

Nutrition Facts: 210 cal, 10g fat, 160mg sodium, 25g total carb, 11g fiber, 4g total sugar, 10g protein

19

Gluten Free, Low Sugar Protein Bars

With flavors like Birthday Cake, Marshmallow Hot Cocoa and Pumpkin Pie, this bar will not only cure your sweet tooth but it’ll also pack in a protein punch post-workout.  These bars are super flavorful and have 20 grams of protein, which is far more than most on the market. They now also come in minis for a portion-controlled treat.

Nutrition Facts: 220 cal, 8g total fat, 140mg sodium, 24g carb, 8g fiber, 1g total sugar, 0g added sugar, 20g protein

20

Slowup

Created by a chef who was looking for a healthy snack during her long hours working in restaurants, Slow Up bars are made with whole, real ingredients. With claims of being the very first fresh food bar, these bars are perishable, free of gluten, dairy, soy and preservatives. They are available in sweet and savory flavors. 

Nutrition Facts (red pepper pesto): 240 cal, 16g fat, 280mg sodium, 13g total carb, 5g fiber, 2g total sugar, 11g protein 

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15 Best Protein Bars for Men 2022, According to Dietitians

Protein bars seem like the miracle snack: They promise the protein you need to feed your muscles, while boasting flavors so delicious you’ll want to sub them for dessert.

But the sad truth is, many of these protein bars are just candy bars in disguise. Too often, they’re jammed full of sugar (real and/or fake) and empty calories, and many of them contain shoddy sources of protein. Finding a well-balanced, high-quality protein bar is challenging—especially considering how many of these dang things there are out there on the market (or gas station, or health food store, or…).

So what makes a high-quality protein bar to begin with?

Here’s what dietitians tend to agree on: You want a protein bar with at least 20 grams of protein from a dairy-based source (whey, casein, or a combination of both), 300 calories or fewer, 15 grams of fat or below, and around five grams of fiber, says Kris Sollid, R. D., senior director at the International Food Information Council Foundation.

Yes, fiber!

“While most younger men tend to eat enough protein, fiber is a different story,” says Sollid. “Men only eat about half of the fiber recommended each day, so it’s important to incorporate it whenever possible.” That’s because fiber helps you stay regular, as you know, but it also helps you stay full enough to prevent mindless snacking on foods with empty calories. Plus, people who eat diets high in fiber have been shown to have less risk of cardiovascular diseases.

The American Heart Association recommends that adult men consume at least 38 grams of protein daily. Sollid is even being generous—the AHA reports that men only eat about a third of that target amount. So, in short, you probably need more fiber, and protein bars may be one surprising source of the needed nutrient.

Many of the protein bars below hit these marks, but also know that you can still enjoy a protein bar that falls short—just pair it with something else that helps shore up the missing nutrient. So, if your protein bar is low in fiber, eat it with an apple or pair. Lower in protein? Have it with a hard-boiled egg.

Easy, right?

Here are the best protein bars for men.

1

Almond Honey

RiseBar

“Having a straightforward, simple ingredient bar like Rise in your back pocket makes it easy to avoid the impulse grab of junk food,” says Christina Meyer-Jax, M.S., R.D.N., a professor of nutrition at St. Catherine’s University in St. Paul, Minnesota. 

“I like that they are a little higher in monounsaturated fats from the nuts, along with being high in protein. This is an ideal combo to help us feel fuller longer.” The 280-calorie bar has 20 grams of protein and four grams of fiber.

2

Cookie Dough

Probar

Probar’s plant-based BASE protein bar contains 20 grams of protein and all nine essential amino acids, which is “helpful for post-workout recovery,” Meyer-Jax says. Another bonus: There’s no added sugar, and they still taste great.

3

Blueberry Muffin Protein Bar

Quest Nutrition

This bar hits the 20 grams of protein and a whopping 15 grams of fiber. One drawback: The bar contains erythritol, a sweetener that some people report leads to gastric distress.

4

Mint Chocolate Chunk

Quest Nutrition

This 200-calorie bar gets the highest compliment you could hope for in a mint/chocolate combo: it’s reminiscent of the famous Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookie. Real peppermint oil gives the bar a refreshing feel that really pops from the rich, smooth chocolate taste. It houses 2o grams of protein and 16 grams of fiber, but there’s that erythritol again.

5

Carb Killa, Chocolate Chip Salted Caramel

Grenade
amazon. com

At 240 calories and no added sugar, you’ll eat 20 grams of protein. There are sugar alcohols in these bars, though, if that’s important to you. The flavor is a big winner.

6

Salted Caramel Cookie Dough

Detour

Cookie dough is a stacked flavor category for protein bars, but the salted caramel adds an interesting jolt to regular old sweetness. You’ll net 20 grams of protein and six grams of fiber for 230 calories. This is the protein bar for people who don’t like the flavor of most protein bars.

7

Protein Bars, Chocolate Peanut

OATMeGA
amazon.com

Although they’re a bit lower in protein–14 grams for one bar–they are also lower in sugar and calories, making it a good snack instead of meal replacement, says Jessica Bachman, R.D., and nutrition coach at Stronger U.

8

Pure Protein Bar, Chocolate Deluxe

Pure Protein

Deeply chocolaty, these classic bars have a solid protein count for minimal calories. You’ll find them just about anywhere, too.

9

Slim Dark Chocolate Brownie Crunch

NuGo

This bar is proof that a low calorie bar can legitimately satisfy your chocolate craving. “I’m actually a fan of this bar,” says Shaw. “I like the taste (one of the most important things IMHO when choosing a bar).” Plus, you’ll get 16 grams of protein, 7 grams of fiber and only two grams of sugar for only 190 calories.

10

Whole Food Organic Peanut Butter

Perfect Bar

“With a decent amount of protein and fairly easy to read ingredient panel, the Perfect Bar has easily become a fan favorite,” says Shaw. But it packs 330 calories, so it’s better as a meal replacement for guys looking to bulk up, says Bachman.

11

Cookies & Cream

Quest Nutrition

These bars are able to deliver a tasty cookies-and-cream-flavor with only one gram of sugar (erythritol though). Factor in 20 grams of protein and 9 grams of fiber and  you’ve got yourself a solid post-workout snack.

12

Brownie Crunch

think!

This bar is another go-to for Bachman because it’s high in protein, has zero sugar and only 230 calories. “It’s an excellent snack for people wanting high protein intake during weight loss or to support muscle gain,” she says.

13

Salted Caramel

Vega

Vega also makes a mean vegan protein powder so it makes sense to trust them with your protein in bar form too. You’ll snack on 20 grams of brown rice and pea protein, and sneak in three grams of fiber too.

14

Elite Food Protein Bar, Peanut Chocolate Chip

BodyTech Elite

At 330 calories per bar, it’s a touch high on the caloric side, but if you’re working out hard, this is the bar for you.

15

Peanut Butter Plant Protein Bars

RXBAR

Okay, so they don’t have a ton of protein at 10 grams. But what they lack in the muscle-building nutrient, they make up for in their total lack of bizarre ingredients. If you’re into no-bull bars, this is the one for you.

Melissa Matthews
Health Writer
Melissa Matthews is the Health Writer at Men’s Health, covering the latest in food, nutrition, and health.

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The Best Protein Bars Of 2021: The Tastiest And Healthiest Options

Protein is so much more convenient these days. Where once gym-goers had to tuck into a couple of rotisserie chickens to refuel their muscles after a hefty workout, they can now mix up a protein shake or, more convenient still, tuck into a protein bar.

Protein bars are now widely available, involve zero preparation, and generally taste good enough to seem like a treat as well as a way to help build muscle. However, there are downsides to protein bars, mainly involving the diamond-hard texture of some of them, and you need to be careful not to overindulge because they’re not simply a guilt-free replacement to chocolate. Read on for the full lowdown on what to look for in a protein bar, reviews of all the ones we’ve tried as well a top four.

The Best Protein Bars

We’ve tried a lot of protein bars since we first published this article more than two years ago, and we’ve included our impressions of all of them further down this page (jump to our protein bar reviews). But if you just want the best of the best, here’s our top picks ordered by how much protein each contains.

Myprotein Carb Crusher

Our favourite bar: Carb Crusher Strawberry Cheesecake

These 60g bars contain a solid 21g of protein and a respectable 212 calories, but really excel when it comes to flavour. Myprotein seems to have developed the ability to make what could be disgustingly sweet flavours remarkably pleasant. That’s certainly the case with this strawberry cheesecake bar, which scores high for both the taste and not-too-chewy texture.

The fine details: Our hats aren’t just off here, they’re hovering several feet above our heads, because Myprotein has found space for 11g of fibre in a 60g bar. Lovely to see. Our hats did return slightly closer to Earth when we discovered the 2.7g of sugars, but still, that’s not very much sugar. On the protein front you get 21g and there are 212 calories in each bar. A nice bonus comes in the shape of a whole load of vitamins and minerals – around 100% of your recommended daily allowance of 20 different vitamins and minerals, in fact.

Buy from Myprotein | £23.99 for 12 60g bars

Optimum Nutrition Protein Crisp Bar

Our favourite flavour: Chocolate brownie

Most whey bars try for a fluffy or chewy centre and don’t quite pull it off, making them at best a functional snack you eat for the protein rather than the enjoyment. Optimum Nutrition instead goes for a body of crispy rice puffs on a chocolate base and the result is aces. It’s not the honey-sweet Rice Krispie bar you are probably hoping for, but it’s become our go-to when stomach rumbles strike in the afternoon.

The fine details: There’s a solid 20g dose of protein and just 1. 8g of sugar, plus 16g of carbs, which is no bad thing if you’re planning on cycling home from work later. However, there’s a fair whack of saturated fats – 5.3g, about a quarter of your recommended daily limit.

Buy from Optimum Nutrition | £17.99 for ten 65g bars

OnePro Protein Bar

Our favourite bar: Peanut butter and cacao

OnePro has absolutely crushed it in flavour and texture with these vegan bars, which are incredibly satisfying. We thought we’d prefer the raspberry and chocolate flavour of the two available, because peanut butter-flavoured bars are ten a penny and are generally dry and chewy, but this one is so much better than any other we’ve tried that we had to recommend it. The raspberry and chocolate flavour is still top-notch, though.

The fine details: The protein is sourced from pea protein isolate and pea protein crispies, and although the protein content is a little shy of the 20g found in most bars, 17g per 57g bar is still solid. The really impressive stat, however, is the 15g of fibre in a bar, which is half your recommended daily intake. It’s still worth mixing up your fibre sources to really give the gut what it craves, but still – half!

Buy from OnePro | £29.99 for 12 57g bars

KIND Protein Bar

Our Favourite Bar: Double Dark Choc Nut

They’re not as high in protein as others on this list, but KIND bars are a genuine treat, full of nuts and dark chocolate This particular bar is made from peanuts, almonds and dark chocolate, so obviously it is very nice. We challenge anyone to make a bar that tastes bad using those three primary ingredients.

The fine details: The protein levels are just 12g per 50g bar, although the fibre count is high at 4.9g. They’re also pretty high in fat at 17g per bar, even if most of that is the “healthy” unsaturated kind. Essentially they lean towards the treat category, with the extra protein content being a bonus.

Buy from KIND | £18 for 12 50g bars

Veloforte Protein Bar

Our favourite bar: Forza

The Forza is hands down the best-tasting protein bar we’ve come across, which means we’re prepared to overlook its downsides, like the high price and relatively low protein content at 12g per bar. This all-natural bar contains a winning blend of apricots, almonds and fennel, and if the word fennel puts you off, try the mix of hazelnuts, coffee and cocoa in Veloforte’s Mocha bar instead.

The fine details: The Forza bar contains three times more carbs than protein with 38.3g of the former (and 27.3g of sugar), making it a better pick for endurance athletes seeking to refuel after a long training session than weightlifters looking for a pure protein punch. It also contains 7.4g of fibre.

Buy from Veloforte | £37.99 for 15 70g bars

33Fuel Eroica Protein Bar

Our favourite bar: Eroica

This is an excellent all-round protein bar, especially for endurance athletes or anyone not especially worried about their carb and sugar intake. It’s one of the only bars that comes close to being as delicious as Veloforte’s Forza bar, since it’s also made from natural ingredients like nuts and candied peels, and it contains more protein at 20g per double-bar pack. However, it’s expensive – those all-natural bars go easier on your stomach than they do on your wallet.

The fine details: The substantial 100g pack contains an awful lot of stuff besides that 20g of protein, and some will be alarmed at the 38g of sugar and 409 calories per pack. It’s high in carbs too, at 43g per pack, and there’s 17g of fat (of which 1.47g is saturates). This is very much a bar for fuelling high-energy pursuits, but it tastes so good you’ll gladly put the work in to justify it.

Buy from 33Fuel | £22.99 for 6 100g double bars

Protein Bars Buyer’s Guide

Before you start grabbing fistfuls of bars it’s important to know what you should be looking for. The headline is obviously how much protein they contain, but as with all processed food you have to be careful to avoid hidden nutritional nasties. To help determine what you need to check, we enlisted Kurtis Frank from nutrition and supplement encyclopaedia examine.com.

What should people look for when choosing a protein bar?

“The main factors for choosing a protein bar would be taste, macronutrient composition – how many carbs, proteins and fats there are – and price,” says Frank.

Most protein bars will deliver somewhere between 15g and 25g of protein. Beyond that, you want to look at how much protein you are getting per calorie.

“For macronutrient composition, most bars are either just under 200 calories while giving 15g of protein or are around 250 calories for 25g of protein,” says Frank.

“Both these options are good for overall health and performance since, at the end of the day, they should only be making up a small percentage of your total calories.”

Also make sure you are actually buying a protein bar, not a general energy bar that’s aimed at endurance activities where loads of carbs are required.

“There are quite a few performance bars out there, such as Clif bars, that are meant for snacks during athletics such as biking or hiking,” says Frank.

“They’re pretty much all carbs so they don’t work as a protein bar to eat at work or between meals.”

The price of protein bars can vary hugely, and there will be monstrously bad ones at the cheaper end of things. However, if you can find a cheap bar you like, it will obviously help you save money and there are bargains available, especially if you shop online.

“When it comes to price, a premium protein bar can easily be one of the most expensive things in your diet on a per-calorie basis,” says Frank.

“They aren’t cheap, but the cheap ones also tend to taste worse and be made with poorer ingredients so it ultimately ends up being a balancing act based on your preferences and how much you are willing to spend. It is always worth it to at least try the cheaper bars since they might taste good to you and end up saving you money.

“Aim to get a decent amount of protein per calorie and don’t spend too much money unless you need to. If you’ve found a brand you really like then consider buying in bulk online as you can save a lot that way.”

What difference does the type of protein make?

Protein brands will offer many varieties in their bars, and the terms used can be pretty confusing for the layman. Luckily, it shouldn’t matter too much which protein is in your bar.

“The different types of protein matter much less in a protein bar than they do in shakes,” says Frank, “since the rate of absorption for proteins are inherently slowed when put into a solid form and paired with dietary fats and fibres.

“The types of protein with higher biological values [the percentage of the protein that is absorbed by your body] are still technically better but ultimately they’re all close enough that debating about milk protein concentrate versus whey isolate is irrelevant.”

A couple of things you should look out on the label is whether there is a high amount of gelatine or soy concentrate, says Frank.

“The only real ways that the protein type is relevant is if there is a high gelatine content, which provides amino acids and appears as protein on a nutritional label but is not a nourishing protein type, or if you’re getting 30g of soy concentrate, since in high doses there could be a mild oestrogenic effect [ie it will raise your levels of oestrogen, the female sex hormone] and 30g of the protein is a pretty high dose. Keep in mind soy lecithin is not soy protein and is totally fine in a protein bar.”

Should you be wary of calories and sugar in protein bars?

It’s easy to view your protein bar as a healthy snack, especially as you’ll regularly eat it before or after a gym visit and won’t be so concerned about keeping tabs on your food. However, they can contain more calories and sugar than you might expect, as we found out in our taste test.

“You definitely should be worried about calories and sugars in protein bars,” says Frank, “just as much as you would with candy bars. Just because it can be seen as healthy doesn’t make its consumption a free pass to be omitted from your dietary logs or calorie counts.”

On the other hand, you can also pick up protein bars that contain unexpected health bonuses, especially when it comes to upping your fibre intake.

“It is usually a good idea to get at least 5g of dietary fibre in a protein bar,” says Frank. “It helps it go down better, and a lot of us need help to get a decent amount of fibre in our diets.”

What else should you look out for in a protein bar?

Reading the label on protein bars won’t tell you anything about the texture. The worst of them can be rock-hard and leave you chewing for hours.

“Whether or not it can be used as a brick cannot easily be conveyed through the label,” says Frank. “It will ultimately require some taste testing to find out which ones can break a window when thrown.

“Sugar alcohols like sorbitol and xylitol are more common in the cheaper protein bars that are looking to reduce calories by swapping natural sugars out for these ones. While they can be consumed in moderation and aren’t necessarily bad, they can definitely cause gastrointestinal upset in some people. If you’re eating a protein bar before exercise, this is the last thing you want.”

Protein Bar Reviews

Armed with this knowledge about what to look for in protein bars, we bravely chomped our way through as many as possible. In some cases, that really did take a lot of bravery, and we feel obliged to warn you about those bars here, as well as highlighting a whole load of other excellent protein bar picks that didn’t quite make the best of the best list above.

Bounty Hi Protein Bar

The M&M bar was a hit. The white chocolate Snickers a miss. The Bounty bar marks a return to form and even has a valuable lesson for the rest of the industry: desiccated coconut hides a multitude of sins. Not that the rest of this bar gets much wrong. The centre is gooey, rather than chewy, there’s a milk chocolate casing, and in a move which will keep traditionalists happy, there are two mini bars in each pack.

The fine details Part of the reason coconut tastes so delicious is that it’s so fatty, so you’re using up a third of your daily recommended allowance of saturated fat if you polish off the pack. Artificial sweeteners aren’t used so sugars are also comparatively high at 8g. With all that going on, it’s impressive that 18g of protein was squeezed into a 207-calorie bar. Like the M&M bar, this is a treat with a protein bonus, rather than a healthy staple. But who doesn’t like a bonus with their treat?

The Protein Works Loaded Legends

Our favourite bar: Choc Birthday Caketastic

These smaller snack bars come in under 200 calories per 50g serving, and while the texture is fairly dry, they are an enjoyably crunchy option compared to the chewy grind of some protein bars. The flavours across the range didn’t knock our socks off, so the Caketastic option gets the nod because it has sprinkles on top.

The fine details: Each 50g birthday cake bar contains 189 calories and 15g of protein, and a solid 6.9g of fibre too. There are 16g of carbs, of which 2.1g are sugars, and 7.1g of fat in each bar.

Buy from The Protein Works | £28.99 for 12 50g bars (currently reduced to £23.19)

Bulk Protein Flapjack

Our favourite bar: Chocolate chip

This beast of a bar is one to use after intense workouts when you need a generous helping of protein, carbs and calories to help your body recover. It’s not going to replace the sheer joy of biting into a real chocolate chip flapjack, but it is a satisfying snack loaded with a lot more protein than you’d get from a standard flapjack.

The fine details: Each 85g bar contains 21g of protein, 32g of carbs and 337 calories. There’s also a pleasing 7.6g of fibre, with oats helping to beef up that number, but watch out for the sugar here – at 12g per bar it’s higher than you’ll find in most other options on this list.

Buy from Bulk | £20.99 for 12 85g bars

BodyHero Bar

Our favourite bar: Chocolate

There’s just one flavour of bar available here, and to be honest it’s not outstanding even if there is a pleasant bitter edge to the chocolate. The texture is crumbly and quite dry too, so it’s one to wash down with a cuppa.

The fine details: While it doesn’t excel on flavour, at least the stats make for impressive reading with this vegan bar. It offers 20g of protein sourced from yellow split peas, and there’s also a huge 13g of chicory fibre in each 65g bar. There’s also just 1.8g of sugar in a bar, and the calorie count is reasonable at 267 calories.

Buy from BodyHero | £28.99 for 12 65g bars

Snickers White Chocolate Protein Bar

You’d sacrifice a little of that great Snickers taste in order to get a healthier version of the bar, wouldn’t you? But would you sacrifice all of it? That’s what you’re doing here, unfortunately. This bar somehow manages to be both bland and sickly, with a stodgy texture. It’s not the good stodgy you get from the real thing, either – it’s the unpleasant chewiness that you only find with protein bars.

The fine details: The Snickers protein bar has more protein, fewer calories, less fat and less sugar than a real Snickers bar, but it’s still a lot less impressive on those fronts than most protein bars, despite the obvious compromises made on flavour. It contains 20g of protein (a standard Snickers has 4.6g), 233 calories, 9.7g of sugar and 9.7g of fat. In short, it’s neither a treat nor a healthy snack.

The Protein Works Ridiculous Vegan Protein Bar

Our favourite bar: Wild Chocolate Peanut

Aside from the somewhat zany packaging, there’s nothing especially ridiculous about this protein bar. But that’s no bad thing – do we really need ridiculous protein bars in our lives? The various flavours contain no surprises – chocolate features heavily across the range – and all are satisfying and tasty, with layers of biscuit, nuts and caramel.

The fine details: There’s 15g of protein in each 47.5g bar, along with a substantial 7.6g of fibre. The carb content is a little higher than other bars at 10g, which is good for refuelling after energetic gym sessions. The calorie count of 197 is low though, and there’s just 0.8g of sugar in each bar, with stevia used to sweeten them.

Buy from The Protein Works | £21.99 for 9 47.5g bars (currently reduced to £13.19)

SiS PROTEIN20

Our favourite bar: Chocolate Peanut Crunch

All the bars in SiS’s new PROTEIN20 range have opted for a “party on the top, business on the bottom” approach, in that there are fun crunchy nuggets above the layer of slightly stodgy, presumably protein-packed filling. The chocolate peanut crunch is the most flavourful of the range, though for our money it’s still a little too bland to work as a replacement for a chocolate bar.

The fine details: Each 55g bar contains 20g of protein and 216 calories. The sugar count is kept to just 2g, with polyols used to sweeten the bar. These are carbohydrates, but not sugars, so the carb total is higher than in many other bars at 22g, which is no bad thing in our view – after a tough exercise session refuelling with carbs is important.

Buy from Science in Sport | £30 for 12 55g bars (currently reduced to £18)

Grenade Carb Killa

Our favourite bar: Chocolate chip salted caramel

The new chocolate chip salted caramel variety of this popular range is seriously tasty. The chocolate coating is littered with chunky chocolate chips and the smooth caramel layer beneath is delicious, if a tad sickly. We’d pick this over a lot of traditional chocolate bars.

The fine details: The macros differ across the Carb Killa range, but this flavour offers 20g of protein in each 226 calorie bar. There’s 1.4g of sugar, which is par for the protein bar course. The 2.5g of fibre is a disappointingly small amount compared with other flavours such as cookies and cream, which contains 6.6g, and other bars on this list. The sweetness comes from the inclusion of sucralose.

Buy from Grenade | £30.99 for 12 60g bars (currently reduced to £18)

Trek Power

Our favourite bar: Millionaire shortbread

One of three new protein-prioritising snacks from Trek, the Power has the most protein per bar with 15g, versus 9g for the protein flapjacks and 10g for the protein nut bars. In truth, if you pick the Power bars you are trading a more enjoyable snack for extra protein, although the Power bars are no slouches in the taste stakes. Peanut Butter Crunch is suitably nutty, but the Millionaire Shortbread edges it for us thanks to its crumbly texture and caramel flavour. Both bars are vegan, although the packet does warn of traces of milk, with the protein punch coming from soy isolate.

The fine details: While less than 20g of protein in a bar means it won’t be your first choice if you’re trying to rebuild muscle after a weights workout, the balance of 15g of protein and 14.9g of carbs in each bar means it’s a decent enough post-workout recovery option for most of us. At 225-229 calories and 10g of fat per 55g bar, make sure you don’t use it as a daily snack, just an occasional treat.

M&M’s Hi Protein Chocolate Bar

Our favourite bar: Chocolate

As people increasingly turn to protein bars as slightly healthier snacking alternatives to chocolate bars, it’s only natural that traditional chocolate brands are aiming to get in on the action. The M&M’s protein bar is not quite as tasty as the chocolate-centred sweet itself, but it is satisfyingly chocolatey and contains large M&M chunks. The texture was hard to judge because we left these on a counter during a heatwave, so presumably they’re not usually quite so liquified, but there were no signs of any stodginess.

The fine details: There are two flavours of the bars – chocolate and peanut – and both contain 15g of protein, which is a solid enough amount for a 51g bar. The peanut bar is a little higher in calories at 207 compared with the chocolate flavour’s 182. However, the sugar levels are high at 15g per bar, half of your daily recommended maximum and significantly more than you’ll find in most protein bars, which tend to use artificial sweeteners instead. That puts these bars firmly in the occasional treat camp, but they’re still a little healthier than going full chocolate.

Oatein Hype Bar

Our favourite bar: Milk and cookies

After securing investment on BBC’s Dragons’ Den in January 2019, Oatein is straying from its oat-based protein cookie and flapjack beginnings (both delicious FYI) with this protein bar. Compared with the many dry and flavourless bars out there, the seriously sweet Hype Bar is a real treat. Fair warning, though – the milk and cookies flavour is extremely chewy so you might have a sore jaw after working through one. If that sounds a bit much, try the gooey salted caramel bar instead.

The fine details: All three flavours contain fewer than 192 calories and less than 2g sugar, with the sweetener sucralose being utilised. Surprisingly there is an eye-popping 21g of carbs in each bar, and a welcome 4g of fibre. The amount of protein per 60g bar (18g) is lower than many others, but considering the Hype Bars contains fewer calories it’s an expected trade-off. The protein comes from a mix of whey and soy.

Buy from Oatein | £29.99 (currently reduced to £17.99) for 12 60g bars

Bulk Macro Munch

Our favourite bar: Brilliant Birthday Cake

Bulk has, somewhat ambitiously, decided to call these gourmet protein bars, which creates an expectation that any bar is going to struggle to meet. We like that the bar has sprinkles on top, and some kind of jam-style layer that adds to the ersatz cake experience. The texture also delivers, avoiding excessive chewiness. It’s a great protein bar – just don’t call it gourmet.

The fine details: Each 62g bar contains 233g calories and 20g of protein, with the sugar count kept low at 2.9g through the use of isomalt and sucralose sweeteners. The list of ingredients is dismayingly long, although to be fair the sprinkles are a surprisingly large part of that. There’s a nice surprise at the end of the nutritional info though – the 8.7g of fibre in each bar.

Buy from Bulk | £29.88 for 12 62g bars

Misfits Protein Bar

Our favourite bar: Chocolate caramel

The caramel in this vegan bar means that it easily avoids the common protein bar problem of being too dry, and the overall flavour is rich without being too sweet. Taste and texture both get a big tick from us, and the other flavour we tried – chocolate hazelnut – is almost as good, just a bit drier.

The fine details: Misfits knows what’s good about the bar and broadcasts it in huge digits on the front of the packaging. There’s 16g of protein (in the chocolate caramel bar, 15g in other flavours) in each 45g bar, and under 1g of sugar. The amount of protein is a little light compared with some other options, but the calorie count is also low at 186, and the hidden bonus is the massive 8g of fibre each bar also contains.

Buy from Misfits | £18 for 12 45g bars

USN Trust Crunch

Our favourite bar: Fudge brownie

Aside from the enjoyably crunchy bits on the top, these bars are pretty unremarkable. The flavour is fairly bland and the texture is a bit too chewy. In short, it’s your basic protein bar – not unpleasant, not all that exciting.

The fine details: Each bar contains 20g of protein and 213 calories, with sugars kept to 1.6g by the use of maltitol and sucralose sweeteners. There is an impressive 7.2g of fibre in a bar though, which is a stand-out stat in an otherwise bog-standard nutritional breakdown.

Vive Natural Protein Snack Bar

Our favourite bar: Peanut butter

For a vegan bar that boasts of its “natural” bona fides, the texture is disappointingly artificial, much like that of a standard protein bar. Even the whole nuts that are suspended in the fluffy filling lack crunch. That’s not to say that the bar isn’t tasty and satisfying – it is, as anything coated in Belgian dark chocolate will be – it’s just that when the nutritional profile is similar to Kind, Eat Natural or Trek bars, we hope for a less processed flavour and texture. One point of difference that may be attractive for some is that there’s no soy involved, either as a protein or the source of the emulsifier lecithin – the bar relies on pea and rice to be a complete protein source, and its lecithin is sunflower-based.

The fine details: We’re in standard vegan protein bar territory here, with 10g of protein in each flavour, all of which clock in at 215 calories. For the peanut butter bar, there’s 4.7g of saturated fat thanks to the nuts and 11g of sugars, mostly from the chocolate and the dates. To counterbalance those figures there’s 6.8g of fibre.

Barebells Protein Bar

Our favourite bar: Hazelnut & Nougat

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but Barebells’ design is worth precisely one – “lifestyle”, with a premium 1950s Americana look that’s undeniably alluring. We initially found the flavours a bit of a let-down – that is, until Barebells released the new Hazelnut & Nougat bar, which is very tasty indeed. The texture is spot-on too, with an enjoyable level of chewiness that doesn’t stray into the cardboard-style consistency of some protein bars.

The fine details: It’s another of the new breed of bars with very low sugar, just 1.9g, and with 20g of protein in just 205 calories it’s punching above its weight. There’s also a respectable 4.2g of fibre per 55g bar.

Beachbody Beachbar

Our favourite bar: Chocolate Cherry Almond

You really can’t go wrong with chocolate, cherry and almond. The taste is excellent, and the bar’s texture is spot on too. Crispy and immensely satisfying.

The fine details: At just 35g this is one of the smaller bars we’ve tried and the calorie count is kept low as a result – just 151. Consequently, at 10g per bar the protein content isn’t that high either. But despite packing in plenty of chocolate chips and dried cherries, the amount of sugar is also low at 6g, and the 4g of fibre is music to our ears.

Buy from Beachbody | £39.79 plus P&P for 15 35g bars

Eat Natural Protein Packed

Our favourite bar: Peanuts And Chocolate

Unlike supplement companies who move to protein bars from protein powders, Eat Natural have a snack bar heritage which means its protein offering should be especially tasty. And it is – it tastes like a crunchy cereal bar, with chunks of dark chocolate and coconut. The catch is that you get a lot less protein…

The fine details: Just 10g of protein per 45g bar, a little under what most people like to put away straight after a heavy workout session. As a way to top up your protein intake during the day, however, Eat Natural bars are a better snack than biscuits or cake, but keep an eye on the sugar – each bar contains 8.4g. Finally, the fibre – a decent 3.3g per bar.

The Primal Pantry

Our favourite bar: Cocoa Brownie

Vegans aren’t always well served by protein bar makers, but these bars buck the trend by using hemp protein. Not vegan? You may still want to pick these bars because while making a virtue of being made from “real food” may be groan-inducing, the consistency is real nice. The Mixed Berry flavour has a pleasant tang but Cocoa Brownie edges it by tasting like the real thing.

The fine details: The 15g of protein per bar is an impressive tally given they couldn’t lean on whey protein as an ingredient, but – holy sweet tooth Batman! – sugar clocks in at 20g. To be fair, that’ll be the dates, but still, that’s a lot of sugar.

Maxi Nutrition

Our favourite bar: Maximuscle Oat & Raisin Progain Flapjack

There are a lot of options in the Max Nutrition protein bar range. Many of them fall into the too chewy category, but not this oaty treat. Flapjacks are one of the finest foods available and this protein-filled version does them justice.

The fine details: As you’d expect from a flapjack, the calorie count is high at 305 per bar. The protein tally is a respectable 20g, but there’s also 41.2g of carbs including 7.8g of sugar to consider, so these have to be classed as an energy-providing treat to use before or after your more intense workouts. One big plus is the 6.9g of fibre they pack in. That’s over a fifth of your recommended 30g a day.

Buy from Maxi Nutrition | £22.99 for 12 90g bars (currently reduced to £20)

Nutrition X Pro X

Our favourite bar: White chocolate

Nutrition X has doubled the available flavours in its Pro X range. Where once you were stuck with brownie flavour, you can now choose between that and white chocolate. While the former isn’t going to fool anyone in a blind taste test with a real brownie, the latter does taste like white chocolate with a thin caramel filling and a slight crunch thanks to the soy crisps.

If you’re an Olympian in waiting, it’s also worth mentioning the range is Informed-Sport accredited so you shouldn’t fall foul of testing positive for something on the World Anti-Doping Agency banned substance list. Well, not from eating these bars, at least.

The fine details: At very nearly 20g of protein for 200 calories and just 2.3g of sugars, this ersatz white chocolate bar is undoubtedly healthier than the real thing. However, what really got us excited – and excited really is the right word – is the 5.7g of fibre each bar packs in.

Buy from Nutrition X | £24.99 for box of 12 55g bars

12 Best Protein Bars for Women 2021

It’s Monday morning and you’ve hit the snooze one too many times. There’s no time to cook breakfast (or even throw together a bowl of cereal, for that matter), so you grab a protein bar to go. Protein’s important, so it’s a good choice to hold you over until lunch, right?

Truth is, not all bars are created equal. And though protein bars are handy as a portable snack between meals or a meal replacement, there are certain things to look out for when selecting a bar, says Keri Gans, M.S., R.D.N., C.D.N., author of The Small Change Diet. First, she says to keep an eye on the calorie count of protein bars, which span a wide range of 150 calories to 400 calories, depending on the variety.

Additionally, check out the nutrition label to ensure the bar isn’t packed with sugar and the ingredient list is full of whole foods. “Protein bars can be a great snack, but some of them are very high in sugar and low in nutrient density,” says says Mascha Davis, M.P.H., R.D.N., a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. It can be tricky to find one that checks all the boxes for you, so we broke down exactly what to shop for and suggested our top expert-approved picks.

How to choose the healthiest protein bars

  • Choose wholesome ingredients: Flip to the ingredient list and look for whole ingredients at the top, like nuts and fruits, instead of added sugars, says Davis.
  • Check the sugar: The lower the better, but Davis recommends staying below 12 grams of sugar per bar. Plus, be sure to pay extra attention to the type of sugar if you tend to have stomach issues, says Heather Mangieri, R.D.N., C.S.S.D. Many brands opt to use sugar alcohols (like sorbitol, xylitol, erythritol, and maltitol) to add sweetness without increasing carbohydrate content. These can occasionally cause gas and bloating, so avoid them if you experience gastrointestinal discomfort.
  • Find your ideal calorie range: For a snack between meals or post-workout, stick to bars between 180 and 250 calories, says Davis. If you plan to use a protein bar as an occasional meal replacement, aim for a bar (or include additional calories) to reach around 400 calories, Gans says.
  • Pack in the protein: Your protein bar should have between six to 12 grams of protein to keep you full and help build muscle, says Karen Ansel, M.S., R.D.N., author of Healing Superfoods For Anti-Aging. Gans suggests aiming for a minimum of 10 grams of protein if using as a meal replacement.
  • Feel full with fiber: Ansel suggests looking for at least two-to-three grams of fiber to make your bar more satiating and help slow the release of sugar into your system. To encourage this, Gans says a good rule of thumb is to find a bar that has more grams of fiber than grams of added sugar.

Even with those basic guidelines, there is an overwhelming number of protein bars on the market, so we’ve asked the pros to recommend their favorites. Here are the best protein bars you can try, when to eat them, and why you’ll love them.

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Zing Bars

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When to eat it: You need something to hold you over until dinner.

Why they’re great: These bars are created by dietitians, meaning they’re full of whole ingredients, like almond butter, dark chocolate, and fruits. Plus, they are high in protein and fiber, which will help you stay full between meals. They’re also great for snackers because they come in satisfying flavors like dark chocolate mint and chocolate mocha, says Davis.

Our fave flavor: Dark Chocolate Mint ( 210 cal, 10 g pro, 22 g carb, 10 g fiber, 7 g sugars (0 g added sugars), 11 g fat (2.5 g sat fat),  100 mg sodium)  

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KIND Protein Bars

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When to try it: You’re traveling and want to avoid junk food.

Why they’re great: Choosing healthy snacks is tough when you’re on the go, but no matter where you end up, you’ll probably find a KIND Bar as an option. They have a great texture since they’re mostly made with nuts and seeds, lots of unique sweet and savory flavors, around 12 grams of protein, and typically less than 10 grams of sugar—perfect for a pick-me-up.

Our fave flavor: White Chocolate Cinnamon Almond ( 230 cal, 12 g pro, 18 g carb, 5 g fiber, 9 g sugars (6 g added sugars), 17 g fat (3.5 g sat fat),  110 mg sodium)  

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Quest Protein Bars

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When to eat it: You’re craving dessert.

Why they’re great: It can be challenging to find a protein bar that satisfies your sweet tooth (and hunger) without a crazy amount of added sugar and chalky aftertaste. That’s why Quest Bars are a great pick: They come in some childhood favorite flavors like birthday cake, chocolate chip cookie dough, and cookies & cream, maxing out at just one to two grams of the sweet stuff.

Our fave flavor: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough. Throw it in the microwave for 10 seconds to make a better-for-you alternative to the real thing, suggests Mangieri.  ( 200 cal, 21 g pro, 21 g carb, 14 g fiber, 1 g sugars (0 g added sugars), 9 g fat (3 g sat fat), 200 mg sodium)  

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CLIF Bars

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When to eat it: You’re going on a long hike or bike ride.

Why they’re great: While this bar is much higher in sugar, those extra carbs are important for a quick energy boost if you’re doing long-distance exercise, says Mangieri. And unlike many other bars, they won’t become a melted mess two miles into your sweaty trek (unless you grab the chocolate chip flavor.) Opt for a different bar that is lower in sugar and calories if you’re looking for a lazy snack.

Our fave flavor: Peanut Butter Banana with Dark Chocolate  ( 260 cal, 10 g pro, 41 g carb, 4 g fiber, 21 g sugars (19 g added sugars), 7 g fat ( 2 g sat fat), 260 mg sodium)  

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Primal Kitchen Protein Bars

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When to eat it: You’re following a specific diet.

Why they’re great: Primal Kitchen prides itself on creating gluten-free, dairy-free, Paleo-friendly, and Whole30-approved protein bars. Which means their bars rely on whole foods, like eggs, flaxseed, nuts, coconut oil, and real spices to infuse mouthwatering flavor. With eight to nine grams of protein and only two grams of sugar, these bars are a good choice for basically any diet out there, whether you’re going low-carb or high-protein.

Our fave flavor: Almond Spice ( 200 cal, 8 g pro, 9 g carb, 2 g fiber, 2 g sugars (1 g added sugars), 16 g fat ( 8 g sat fat), 115 mg sodium)  

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RXBARs

When to eat it: You’re looking for simple ingredients.

Why they’re great: RXBARs’ claim to fame is their “No B.S.” ingredients list. It fits on the front of the bar’s packaging because it’s that short. While they tend to be a bit higher in the sugar department, the sweet stuff only comes from whole f00ds, like dates and dark chocolate. As for protein? A typical bar will offer more than 10 g in the form of egg whites and nuts.

Our fave flavor: Mixed Berry (210 cal, 12 g pro, 24 g carb, 5 g fiber, 15 g sugars (0 g added sugars), 7 g fat ( 1g sat fat), 140 mg sodium)  

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ONE Protein Bars

When to eat it: You’re starving after strength training. 

Why they’re great: ONE protein bars have a whopping 20 grams of protein and just one gram of sugar per serving. And with flavors like maple glazed doughnut and birthday cake, who could resist biting into one of these tasty snacks? These bars are sweetened with Stevia, so they won’t skyrocket your blood sugar levels, but they’re packed with the mouthwatering sweet flavor you crave. With a hefty dose of the muscle-building macronutrient, it’s best to eat after a tough workout—what a reward!

Our fave flavor: Maple Glazed Doughnut (230 cal, 20 g pro, 23 g carb, 3 g fiber, 1 g sugars (0 g added sugars), 8 g fat (6 g sat fat), 150 mg sodium)  

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Health Warrior Organic Bars

Health Warrior
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When to eat it: You didn’t get to have breakfast at home. 

Why they’re great: Health Warrior is most known for their chia bars, but these pumpkin seed bars are much higher in protein and are a great option for breakfast paired with some yogurt or fruit. Made with organic pumpkin seeds, wildflower honey, milled quinoa, and coconut oil, these bars are better than a bowl of milk and cereal at home.

Our fave flavor: Honey Sea Salt  ( 190 cal, 7 g pro, 10 g carb, 2 g fiber, 6 g sugars (5 g added sugars), 13 g fat (3.5 g sat fat),  65 mg sodium)   

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think! Protein Bars

When to eat it: You need an energy boost. 

Why they’re great: Packed with soy protein isolate and whey protein, this bar is great when you need sustained energy fast. It’s also an ideal option post-workout because it contains quality protein to boost muscle recovery. Just be sure to pair with a fiber-packed food (like a pear or apple) to balance the bar. There’s something for everyone—from chocolate mint to lemon delight to maple

Our fave flavor: White Chocolate  (230 cal, 20 g pro, 24 g carb, 0 g fiber, 0 g sugars (0 g added sugars), 8 g fat (3.5 g sat fat), 200 mg sodium)  

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Lupini Bean Protein Bars

When to eat it: You’re looking for plant-based, wholesome ingredients.  

Why they’re great: With just five ingredients, these bars lean into the lupini bean, which is a complete protein and excellent source of fiber. Plus, the bar contains ground ginger and pumpkin seeds for a lovely fall flavor you can enjoy year round. Though the sugar count is high on these bars, it’s all coming from natural ingredients, like dates.  

Our fave flavor: Cashew Ginger Pumpkin Seed ( 200 cal, 9 g pro, 21 g carb, 7 g fiber, 15 g sugars (0 g added sugars), 9 g fat ( 1.5 g sat fat),  45 mg sodium)   

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Over Easy Breakfast Bar

When to eat it: You didn’t get to have breakfast at home. 

Why they’re great: These banana bread-like bars are gluten free, and surprisingly filling when you didn’t have time to grab breakfast on the way out the door. 

Our fave flavor: Banana Nut ( 220 cal, 9 g pro, 25 g carb, 7 g fiber, 9 g sugars (0 g added sugars),  12 g fat (1  g sat fat), 80 mg sodium)   

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Alani Nu Fit Snacks Protein Bars

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When to eat it: You just finished a hard run or workout class.

Why they’re great: These gluten-free bars are perfect to crush your candy cravings and pack in some great protein and fiber. They have a reputation for tasting great, and use real peanut butter to get the nutty flavors you love. 

Our fave flavor: Munchies ( 180 cal,  16 g pro, 15  g carb, 4 g fiber, 4 g sugars (3 g added sugars),  7 g fat ( 6 g sat fat), 100 mg sodium)  

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A Breakdown of Popular Protein Bars and Their Nutrition • Fitness Business Blog

Whether you refer to them as protein bars, energy bars, snack/meal bars or food bars, all of these supplements food share one important factor… convenience. Not necessarily just convenience as a snack to satisfy a person’s basic nutritional needs, but also with regards to convenience for meal timing to support any health or fitness goal. Nutrition bars serve a wide variety of uses for different populations:

With a large portion of our society focused on weight management, these power packed food bars have been shown to possibly have a benefit to support these weight loss programs. Several studies have suggested that protein-rich snacking may boost satiety and actually help to facilitate weight loss. In a longitudinal study, researchers gave 17 men and women with type 2 diabetes moderately high-protein morning and afternoon snacks (7 g to 12 g of protein) for four weeks, and compared the results with their normal eating habits for four weeks. The subjects who ate the two high-protein snacks lost a modest but significant amount of weight (1 kg) during the four-week period. Researchers noted that the subjects’ weight reduction occurred without changes in total energy intake.

The correlation in the research between protein bars & weight management may be related to controlling hunger or satiety. Many effective weight loss regimens include strategies to control hunger or satiety, as this is a critical factor with reducing or controlling energy intake. Several studies have suggested that protein-rich snacking may boost satiety and facilitate weight loss. In a longitudinal study, researchers gave 17 men and women with type 2 diabetes moderately high-protein morning and afternoon snacks (7 g to 12 g of protein) for four weeks, and compared the results with their normal eating habits for four weeks. The subjects who ate the two high-protein snacks lost a modest but significant amount of weight (1 kg) during the four-week period. Researchers noted that the subjects’ weight reduction occurred without changes in total energy intake.

The protein bar industry has come a long way in the last 50 years since the first energy bar entered the American marketplace. In the late 1960’s the popularity of the space program was taking off, and Pillsbury Company created Space Food Sticks to capitalize on the space program. The pioneers of the protein bar probably did not foresee how big of a market it would become. The explosion of the supplement industry in the last several decades has included a similar rise in protein or energy bar manufacturing and sales. According to market research and projections the protein bar (food bar) industry has seen a dramatic rise in sales in the last 5 years, with almost a 50% increase since 2011. The projections for 2016 for sales top $8.2M, and is expected to continue to grow over the next decade.

So you may be asking yourself, “With so many bars on the market how do I choose which one is right for me?”

There are some important tips that health industry professionals advise for picking out the best bar for your goals & lifestyle. These include:

  • Quality of Ingredients – the first thing you should look at is the ingredient list. What type of protein are they using? Sugar & type of sweetener/sugar, fat content (sat fat)?
  • Purpose & Application to Goals – will these bars help you meet your goal, such as weight loss/gain, fuel or energy, health…etc)? Will the bar replace or supplement a meal (regular meal or Pre-/Post-workout)?
  • Brand Reputation – Does the brand have a good reputation? Reading reviews of protein bars can help you pick out good brands, if you don’t know many off the top of your head.
  • Value for Money – how expensive are the bars? Protein bars should run you $1-$3 each, depending on the quality and brand. Compare ingredients & claims with different priced bars to make sure you don’t sacrifice quality for cost.
  • Taste/flavor – does the flavor sound tasty to you? Obviously you’ll want to choose a good flavor so you actually want to eat the bars. As opposed to buying all of the flavors of a bar to try, make sure to take advantage of consumer reviews & ratings. This can be a great starting point to pick out the tastiest flavors

With taking these important tips in mind, here is a list of some of the top selling & rated protein bars currently on the market (not in any particular order). Included with each listing is some basic nutrition info & facts that can help.

*NET Carbs = Total Carbs – Fiber – Sugar Alcohols

Quest Bars

The Breakdown

Protein bar lines include more than 15 flavors to choose from
Bars (60g) contain:

  • Approx 190 calories
  • 21 grams of protein
  • 20 g of carbohydrates (3-5g NET Carbs)
  • 17g fiber
  • 6-7g of fat (2-3g saturated fat)

Macronutrient Sources:

  • Protein source is whey isolate, which contains 90%+ of pure protein & amino acids, and has been shown to allow for higher rates of digestion & absorption
  • Carbohydrate sources are prebiotic fibers & sugar alcohols
  • Fat source is primarily from almonds, cocoa butter & palm oil

Quest bars are promoted as they do not contain artificial fillers such as xylitol, glycerine and malitol
Gluten free
Cost per bar ranges from $2-$2.50

ISS Research Oh Yeah One Bar

The Breakdown

Protein bar lines include 8 different flavors to choose from
Bars (60g) contain:

  • 210 calories
  • 21-22 g of protein
  • 23 g of carbohydrate (2 g NET carbs)
  • 7-8 g of fat (5 g saturated fat)

Macronutrient Sources:

  • Protein sources are a blend of whey protein isolate & milk protein isolate
  • Carbohydrate sources are from sugar alcohols & fiber primarily with additional carbs from cocoa powder & fats/oils
  • Fat sources are primarily from sunflower seed butter & palm kernel oil

Certified Gluten Free
Cost per bar ranges from $2-$2.30

Pure Protein

The Breakdown

Protein bar lines include 25 different flavors to choose from
Bars (50 g) contain:

  • 200 calories
  • 21-22 g of protein
  • 17-20 g of carbohydrate (8 g NET carbs)
  • 4-5 g of fat (2-3 g saturated fat)

Macronutrient Sources:

  • Protein content is a blend of whey protein concentrate, whey protein isolate & milk protein isolate
  • Carbohydrate content is from sugar, milk powders, sugar alcohols & fiber primarily with additional carbs from cocoa powder & fats/oils
  • Fat content is primarily from nuts, nut oils, palm kernel oil, & almond butter

Several gluten free options available
Cost per bar ranges from $1.75-$2

Power Crunch

The Breakdown

Protein bars (wafer) lines include 7 different flavors with their original product
Bars/Wafers (40g) contain:

  • 200 calories
  • 13-15g of protein
  • 10-12g carbohydrates (4g NET carbs)
  • 12-13g Fat (6g saturated fat)

Nutrition Sources

  • Protein source is a whey protein blend from hydrolyzed whey protein, whey protein isolate, milk protein isolate)
  • Carbohydrates derived from enriched wheat flour, malted barley flour, sugar and cocoa processed with alkali fructose
  • Fat source is primarily from palm oil

Gluten free options & flavors available
Cost per bar ranges from $1.30-$2

Clif Bar Builder’s

The Breakdown

Protein bar with 5 basic flavors and 2 additional flavors with the Protein max bar
Bars (68g) contain:

  • 280 calories
  • 20 g protein mostly from Soy Isolate
  • 29-30g carbohydrates (approx. 20g NET Carbs)
  • 10g Fat (5g saturated fat)

Nutrition Sources:

  • Protein source is primarily from Organic Soy Concentrate
  • Carbohydrate primarily from organic sources (Ingredients #2-5 Beet Juice, Organic Brown Rice Syrup & Organic Dried Cane Syrup) and advertised as low glycemic
  • Fat sources from palm kernel oil & nuts

No gluten free options available
Cost per bar ranges from $1.75-$2.50

References

  1. Navas-Carretero S, Abete I, Zulet MA, Martinez JA. Chronologically scheduled snacking with high-protein products within the habitual diet in type-2 diabetes patients leads to a fat mass loss: a longitudinal study. Nutr J. 2011;10:74.
  2. Ortinau LC, Hoertel HA, Douglas SM, Leidy HJ. Effects of high-protein vs. high-fat snacks on appetite control, satiety, and eating initiation in healthy women. Nutr J. 2014;13:97.
  3. https://www.marketresearch.com/corporate/aboutus/press.asp?view=3&article=2752&g=1
  4. International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: Protein and Exercise. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition 2007, 4:8 http://www.jissn.com/content/4/1/8

 

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What else we tried

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We considered many brands of protein bars while researching this guide, and there are several we almost included. These five are great alternatives that barely missed the cut:

GoMacro MacroBar: There’s a lot to like about the MacroBar: it’s available in 14 different flavors, it relies on plant-based proteins, and has a long list of certifications, including organic, vegan, kosher, non-GMO, and more. The business is also owned by a mother-daughter team. It didn’t make our cut because the nutrition numbers are underwhelming – 290 calories, 11g fat, 14g sugar, and only 11g protein per bar – and there are reports of quality-control issues.

BSN Protein Crisp Bar: I’ve personally tried these and enjoyed them. They pack 20g protein into each bar and only have 230 or 240 calories depending on which of the 11 flavors you choose. There are only 2 to 4g of sugar in each bar but there’s also sucralose, which may not agree with your stomach.

FitJoy Protein Bars: Each FitJoy Protein Bar has 20g protein, which makes it ideal for post-workout snacking. Plus, with 12g fiber, it fills you up. There are four flavors to choose from, including the most popular Grandma’s Lemon Square. On the downside, it’s fairly expensive at $2.50 per bar, and there is a high sugar content: 5g sugar plus 7g sugar alcohol.

Probar: The Probar is another great post-workout option with 20g protein, 5g fiber, and 7 flavors to choose from. It’s also free of animal proteins, artificial ingredients, dairy, and GMOs. If you’re vegan, you might consider this option. We passed on it because the taste is subpar and there are some quality control issues with the packaging.

Rise Bar: The Rise Bar is the self-proclaimed “simplest protein bar.” After taking a look at its ingredients, we believe the hype. Almond Honey, the most popular of its five flavors, has almonds, honey, and 20g of whey protein isolate. That’s it. If keeping it simple is your top priority, choose the Rise Bar.

90,000 ᐈ BBR Blog – Diet Protein Bars

How to wean yourself from making snacks, buns, etc. There is a solution – protein bars. They will replenish the body with protein and satisfy hunger for a longer time.

In modern society, any active person is distinguished by his desire to maintain health and support the body in good shape and beautiful appearance. And such people try to engage in physical activity, visiting gyms and various workouts, avoiding harmful snacks, and choosing healthy protein bars for themselves.But sometimes situations arise when there is absolutely no opportunity to eat normally, there is no time, it is inconvenient, etc. Almost every athlete, active person has such a bar in his bag or backpack “just in case”. But there are people who have not delved into this topic and compare it to regular bars sold in supermarkets. What are protein bars? Why Protein Bars? And other popular questions, the answers to which you will find in this article.

What are diet bars?

Many have heard that there are such useful bars, and what is there and how did not go deep.Protein bars are a special balanced dietary supplement with more protein added to the composition. Initially, this food supplement was intended for professional athletes, as well as amateur athletes. Now, bars can be afforded by everyone who leads an active lifestyle and monitors their weight and nutrition in principle. There are these types of bars: protein, carbohydrate, mixed.

  • Protein bars, as we wrote above, which contain an increased amount of protein and a small amount of carbohydrates.It is used at any training stage (losing weight, gaining muscle mass, as well as keeping the body in good shape) as an additional source of protein, as well as a proper snack and dessert;
  • Carbohydrates – contain complex carbohydrates and a small amount of protein, sometimes their almost complete absence. Their main task is saturation and are intended mainly to increase energy shortly before training, if it is not possible to take a full meal. They can also be used as an additional source of carbohydrates when building muscle mass;
  • Mixed (protein-carbohydrate) – contain the most favorable amount of carbohydrates and proteins, such bars are suitable for a balanced diet.

What are protein bars made of?

Many people ask this question and carefully begin to study the composition. The most important ingredient in this bar is protein. Yes, it is he who nourishes and supports the body at any stage of our life, it is he who is needed on a diet for losing weight, or, conversely, with a surplus on weight gain. The most basic things a beginner needs to know:

  • There are sugar-free bars, namely sweeteners.Made for people who are in a calorie deficit and do not consume sugar.
  • The main ingredient is whey protein (plant-based for people who do not consume sources of animal origin), amino acids and vitamins.
  • Also add flavoring aromas for a variety of flavors, pieces of chocolate or berries, pieces of nuts, coconut or dried fruit, as well as other natural ingredients.
  • Note that collagen or fructose syrup is often used as a kind of “glue” to create the structure of the bar we are used to.
  • Chocolate icing or molasses for the top layer.
  • Depending on the manufacturer, the composition differs in components, but the goal is the same – to feed the body with additional protein, using it as a proper snack.
  • Also in the composition you can often find the presence of complexes of vitamins and l-carnitine, such loaves usually contain a small amount of calories.
  • For vegans / vegetarians or people with lactose intolerance, there are bars based on vegetable proteins (soy and others).

Benefits and harms of protein bars

Such a small bar, and how many benefits it brings, we have selected for you the main positive qualities of protein-based diet bars:

  • Promotes energy and protein replenishment;
  • Serve as an excellent and correct snack, suppressing appetite for a long time, due to this they are often consumed during weight loss;
  • Periodically used as a substitute for baked goods (cakes, pastries, etc.)etc.) and other harmful sweets;
  • Helps to build muscle mass, taking into account individual food intake and training process;
  • Helps to recover after a hard workout;
  • Helps prevent lactic acid build-up;

Note that the bars can be consumed if it is not possible to take a full meal.

They can be harmful if they are eaten in large quantities. This will lead to the accumulation of body fat and the subsequent development of obesity, stress on the kidneys, as well as allergic reactions.Also, people with metabolic disorders, people with type 1 diabetes are not recommended to use bars, as this will lead to adjustments in individual doses of insulin. For type 2 diabetics, you should consult your doctor.

How many bars can you eat per day?

What is the correct way to use bars? If you forgot a container with food at home or there is no way to eat a full portion of food, then only in this case healthy bars will come to your aid.Consider the number of calories of the bar in your diet and use as a substitute for fast food, shawarma, buns, etc. snacks that are filled with unhealthy fats, sauces, etc. But remember that it is not advisable to replace a full meal with them and consume more than 2 bars per day, because excessive consumption leads to undesirable consequences in the form of extra pounds. You can use them after training when it is inconvenient to drink a portion of protein, which is important to drink during the protein window.For children under 18 years old, such bars can be in the amount of 1 pc. preferably fruit or cereal.

Snickers or Protein Bars?

Many will say “Better to go buy Snickers and it will be fine”! You can, of course, but if you compare, then it uses milk chocolate, caramel, nougat, sugar, etc. supplements that are high in calories and low in protein. Protein bars, on the other hand, do not contain as many fats and fast carbohydrates.It imparts a long-lasting feeling of fullness. does not lead to a quick jump in insulin, as a result of which the desire to snack again returns, but leads to its even release.High quality bars bring only benefits when used wisely, and choosing high-calorie sweets from the nearest store contributes to the development of fat and a sharp increase in blood sugar, and this obviously does not lead to anything good. Therefore, it is worth considering whether health or momentary weakness is important for you, which will lead to grueling workouts in order to keep yourself in good shape.

Combination of bars with other sports supplements

Diet bars can be consumed no matter what kind of sports nutrition you are already consuming. The only thing to remember is whether it is advisable to use them as a snack or if you need to get energy quickly, and eating is impossible, or it is not possible to replenish the protein supply with protein. If you are taking a muscle gainer or creatine. Fat burner or L carnitine for weight loss, choose sugar-free bars, having previously studied the composition and so that they are included in your daily calorie intake and do not exceed the recommended amount.In all cases, bars as an additional protein or dessert are ideal.

Popular Bars

We have compiled for you a selection of bars at a low price, from different manufacturers, with a wide variety of flavors.

All of these bars are popular and preferred by athletes at various stages of their training life.

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Protein bars are a special confection with a high content of easily digestible protein, amino acids and vitamins.Used by athletes and active people. They are intended to increase the amount of protein in the diet and are used as a snack or an additional source of energy before training. How to choose the right bar? The composition should use whey protein (for vegans – soy), the amount of protein is 19-20 g per bar, a minimum of additional ingredients, not counting natural ingredients (nuts, berries, etc.). Diet bars can be found in any sports nutrition store, pharmacies, supermarkets, we want to note that they can be used as breakfast when there is no time to take a full breakfast.Depending on your training goal (gain weight, increase strength, lose weight, keep in shape), in any case, bars are allowed, it is only important to consider the consumption of calories, proteins and carbohydrates throughout the day.

90,000 Protein Bars Benefit – Why You Need Them

Protein bars are a great snack option for those looking to lose weight faster. They successfully replace a full-fledged afternoon snack, saturate the body with essential nutrients and prevent overeating.Protein bars have other benefits as well. For example, such a product can replace your favorite sweets when losing weight, or choose it as an additional assistant while gaining muscle mass. How to choose the right snack, what to look for and what to keep in mind when choosing a protein bar – we’ll tell you in this article.

Product composition

These bars are called protein bars because of their high protein concentration.Moreover, there are very few carbohydrates in such a product. Because of this, the feeling of fullness persists for a long time, preventing overeating during the diet. The bars are suitable for women and men: they are used not only by those who plan to lose excess weight faster, but also by professional athletes. Such a snack helps them in gaining muscle mass.

This is important: the ideal combination is a combination of plant and animal proteins. One or another type of protein should not be excluded from the diet: it is their balance that creates a higher quality protein [1].

Protein Bars Benefits

Protein is an essential nutrient that helps you get rid of fat faster, normalize metabolism and strengthen muscles. Proteins are the basic building blocks of the human body. The share of this amino acid accounts for at least 45% of the dry mass of organic compounds of a living cell. There will be no life without protein, so its presence in the diet becomes a real necessity. Protein bars can help you:

  • to fill the lack of useful amino acids;
  • replace harmful sweets;
  • to get rid of excess fat faster;
  • Build Muscle.

In addition, the product helps maintain the necessary energy levels throughout the work day. The bar can be eaten an hour before physical activity, this will help to tone up and improve your own performance during training.

Protein Bar Varieties

Modern manufacturers offer different types of wholesome food for different purposes. Herbalife Nutrition has a line of protein bars ideal for both weight loss and professional athletes.The high protein content ensures a long-lasting feeling of fullness and nourishes the body with essential amino acids. Low calorie content prevents fat deposition. This snack will be an excellent alternative to sweets. What types of bars can you find in stores?

Low Carb

… They are practically free of sugar and artificial sweeteners. This category includes Herbalife Nutrition Mini Bars. The product contains soy and milk protein isolate, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium and vitamin C.The bar is covered with crispy caramel and tastes good. An ideal replacement for unhealthy sweets and a great snack for athletes “on the dry”.

Protein-carbohydrate

… The balanced composition of the product is suitable for healthy nutrition. The product replaces a full-fledged afternoon snack, prevents overeating during dinner.

Low Calorie

… They have the lowest calorie content, which is ideal for people who want to lose weight. Herbalife Nutrition Mini Protein Bars contain only 65 kcal (depending on flavor) and 4 g of high quality amino acid.

Protein (high protein)

… The product with the maximum protein content: it is suitable for those who lack a healthy amino acid. A more nutritious alternative is the Herbalife Nutrition Formula 1 Protein Shake. Such a product can replace a full meal. The cocktail contains not only easily digestible protein, but also useful fiber and a whole range of vitamins and minerals necessary for the human body. “Formula 1” is suitable for those who want to quickly lose excess weight or achieve a beautiful muscle relief.

Energy (high carbohydrate)

… They can be great alternatives to chocolate and soda. These superfoods are made from nuts and dried fruits. Typically, energy bars are high in carbohydrates and high in calories. Suitable for those who plan to gain weight faster.

What’s important to know?

Before you include protein bars in your diet, it is important to know a few interesting details:

  • Any product contains carbohydrates, as a rule, at least 20% (however, there are exceptions).Even if the bar contains supplements for fat burning, you will not be able to lose weight by regularly consuming this product several times a day.
  • Some bars have an energy value of more than 100 kcal per 100 g. High-carbohydrate foods have a huge caloric value, up to 500 kcal. Therefore, when choosing a suitable product, pay attention to its energy value. Otherwise, you can easily get your daily calories with the bar.
  • The protein content can be up to 75 g per 100 g of product.These bars are more useful, but they do not have the most pleasant taste. Therefore, it is better to opt for medium or even low rates. Herbalife Nutrition Mini Bars contain only 4 g of protein, but it is well absorbed.

Some people are intimidated by the high price of protein bars: not all consumers understand why they cost so much. However, it is important to understand that we are talking about a natural product with a balanced composition. The high protein content and beneficial supplements determine the final price of the protein bars.When is the best time to eat? Pre-workout or post-workout: Either way, protein will help your muscles recover faster and reduce the risk of injury. And don’t forget to keep track of the quantity of the product. Even the healthiest dish becomes harmful if overused.

How to lose weight on protein bars

To fight obesity, you will have to use an integrated approach. It is not enough to simply replace harmful sweets with healthy alternatives; the entire diet will have to be revised.It is worth excluding baked goods and sweet soda from it, and reducing the amount of free sugar. The second important step will be to change your regime: you need to sleep at least eight hours a day, and spend 1-2 hours on physical activity. If for some reason you cannot attend the healthy lifestyle club, you can exercise at home. There are whole complexes of exercises that do not require simulators and special equipment. For example, you can walk more. It also stimulates metabolism, helping you lose weight faster.It is better to walk at night: an evening exercise will not only contribute to fat burning, but also help reduce stress levels.

Links:

[1] Lyle MacDonald. Protein book // https://vk.com/doc56424021_437397518?hash=7078704b6b2a275373&dl=6bdeeeeddca094e1bc

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The modern rhythm of life dictates its own conditions: not every athlete will find time to maintain a proper diet.Of course, you can carry a huge amount of containers and a refrigerator bag. You can use a shaker with a pre-mixed protein shake. Or you can combine business with pleasure and use protein bars as a snack or even a full meal.

Consider if there are any benefits of protein bars and if the cost of this dietary meal is justified.

General

A protein bar is a recognized food supplement confection.

It consists of:

  • protein mixture and thickener for binding the protein into a single structure;
  • chocolate glaze, less often molasses glaze;
  • 90,011 flavors and flavorings;

  • sweeteners.

Bars are used as a substitute for a full-fledged intake of protein food when you need to maintain a strict diet to speed up the metabolism. The main advantage of a protein product over a classic chocolate bar is a lower ratio of trans fats to fast carbs.

Feelings of fullness are prolonged due to low insulin response, which makes it a snack on low-carb diets.

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When use is justified

A protein bar does not outperform a protein shake in terms of composition. As a rule, it is even less useful due to the sugars it contains and the high denaturation of the raw material to keep it intact.

Why do you need protein bars in this case? In fact, they have several advantages over other concentrated protein sources:

  1. Shelf life. The prepared protein shake should be drunk within 3 hours after mixing, and the protein bar can be stored for up to a month in an unpacked state.
  2. Psychological barrier. Many athletes are extremely negative about protein shakes due to myths and propaganda on TV screens. Protein bar – a compromise option that allows you to get the necessary protein and at the same time are not afraid of “for the liver and potency”
  3. Compact design. If it is not always possible to carry a container with food with you, the protein bar can easily fit into a bag or even a pocket, which allows you to always have a supply of essential proteins with you.
  4. Can be consumed on the go. Especially important for busy people who are constantly traveling or at business meetings.

Types of protein bars

Protein bars are very similar to each other, but there are a number of significant differences to consider when choosing the right product.

  1. Protein saturation. There are bars with a protein content of 30%, 60% and 75%.
  2. Availability of sweeteners. Pay special attention to this point, as chasing extra calories can lead to allergies.
  3. The presence of trans fats. Sometimes confectionery fats are added to protein bars, which are converted to trans fats under the influence of temperature.
  4. The ratio of fast and slow proteins. It depends on the protein sources. There are pure casein or pure milk bars.
  5. Protein source. They are divided into soy, dairy, whey and curd.
  6. Amino acid profile. Complete or incomplete.
  7. Manufacturer. There are a number of manufacturers (for example, Herbalife) that indicate incorrect information about the composition of the product on the packaging.
Bar type Caloric content per 100 grams of product, kcal Proteins per 100 grams of product, g Fat per 100 grams of product, g Carbohydrates per 100 grams of product, g
Classic dietetic 250-300 <50 1-1.5 5-7
Home 175-200 60-75> 2 0-2
Professional 210-240 55-80 <1 1-5
Concentrated 175-225> 70 <1 0-1

Potential harm

Considering the question of what protein bars are for, do not forget about their potential harm.To do this, treat a protein bar not as a snack, but as a source of concentrated protein.

In case of overeating the bars:

  • the load on the kidneys increases;
  • the load on the digestive tract increases. In rare cases, constipation is possible, since the body is physically unable to digest this amount of protein.

In most cases, excessive consumption of protein simply forces the body to use it not as a building material, but as an energy element, which negates the value of the bar as an analogue of a protein shake.

For women

Protein bars are often used in dietary nutrition. But not everyone knows the rules for their use for weight loss. Is there any difference in how many protein bars a woman can eat versus a man, and what should be considered when taking?

Oddly enough, women need protein bars even more than men, since much more protein is spent in the basal metabolism to maintain the normal functioning of the reproductive system.When it comes to weight loss, there is no difference between taking a protein bar, protein shake, or a full meal.

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Results

Despite the beneficial qualities of protein bars, the actual value of this product is much lower than that of a complete protein shake. Among the negative consequences – the emergence of unhealthy eating habits in the form of a snack and an increase in insulin synthesis, which can provoke an acute feeling of hunger.Protein bars are better than snacking on pies or snickers, but such foods are absolutely not justified if you can get a full meal.

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Protein bars are the most widely used sports supplement. This popular product allows you not only to enjoy sweetness well, but also to have a snack after active workouts in the gym.

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What is a protein bar and what is it for

Protein bars are delicious chocolates with filling, easy to use, powerful energy sources or an additional source of protein based on a specially selected composition of natural high-quality carbohydrates with added proteins, enriched with vitamins. Bars are a dietetic food product for athletes and lovers of an active and healthy lifestyle.
Protein supplements are often used by athletes to build and strengthen muscle tissue, and protein is an important part of sports nutrition. Protein supplements are very popular with bodybuilders, powerlifters and the like. These supplements contain a large amount of natural protein with a low carbon content.
There is a widespread belief in the dangers of protein supplementation, but it is wrong.

Protein (protein) is not a stimulant, it just gives the body a building material for building muscle.

When used correctly, protein supplements are beneficial as the body needs protein anyway. In everything, of course, you should know your measure. High protein supplements are a complementary component of a healthy sports nutrition, not a replacement.

Protein bar at home

Many people opt for already prepared protein bars, without thinking at all that it would be more useful to make this product with their own hands .It turns out to be much cheaper and more useful.

To make a bar at home, you need almonds, dates and dried cherries. Grind the almonds in a blender. Remove the pits from the dates and add to the blender along with the cherries. Mold the resulting “dough” into bars.

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Reviews for protein bar

  • For me, as a person losing weight, there are no more problems with food, but problems with snacks remain.I tried all sorts of bread and diabetic cookies – it didn’t work, it was very tasteless. In addition, I love sweets and I constantly fall for some unnecessary candy. I tried protein bars, because I love chocolate, and there are chocolate bars with peanuts. Very tasty!
  • Highly recommend. A healthy and nutritious product. Not only losing weight, but suffering from frequent hunger. And with a high glycemic index for those suffering from diabetes, I also recommend it.Children only from 12 years old. Still, preservatives. Ideal for athletes, especially in training and during training camps. I recommend to elderly people as a supper substitute.
  • This is not only satisfying. So to a pile of minimum calories. Super find, for me personally. I never thought that you can eat a chocolate bar and at the same time not take risks, and not think about the calories of these damned)))) A find for a sweet tooth, weight-watching !!! Again, I always thought that Herbalife was rare filth.I was most pleasantly surprised by the variety of tastes.
  • The main advantage of protein bars is that they do not need to be filled with water and shaken – you can simply take them with you in your pocket or a small bag – during long walks it is more convenient than carrying a shaker and water with you.
  • Protein bars with carbohydrates and proteins. High in protein and low in fat to satisfy mild hunger between meals. First-class taste, especially if you want something sweet and tasty! Ideal between meals or as a dessert.Before and after training.
  • Fats and carbohydrates are invariably present in their composition, which is not necessary for everyone and not always.
  • It is worth noting that the content of proteins / carbohydrates / fats, not all manufacturers maintain, as expected. You can write anything on the label, but the product itself is another matter. This is especially true for Russian manufacturers.

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* Review of the best according to the editorial board of expertology.ru. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective, does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Protein bars are sports nutrition that comes in a very convenient format.They can be eaten anywhere without additional preparation, while receiving a full set of nutrients. The composition of the bars may vary, but the main ingredient in them is a special fast-digesting protein. High protein foods help you gain lean muscle mass and are the perfect snack on low-carbon diets.

The variety of bars on the sports market makes it possible for anyone to choose the one that is necessary in a particular case.Consume a high protein, low carbohydrate product prior to training. The optimal ratio is 2 to 1. A small amount of fat is also allowed. After physical exertion, increased muscle recovery is necessary, so the bars should contain more carbohydrates than proteins. But fat is completely eliminated. Its presence can lead to a slowdown in digestion and poor exercise performance.

Making the right choices is essential for protein bars to be beneficial, not harmful.The product must not be expired, must have an energy value that does not exceed the daily norm, and must not contain fats (a minimum amount of a dietary type is allowed).

The experts of our magazine, together with nutritionists and professional athletes, have selected 12 protein bars in the rating, which have an optimally balanced composition, help to quickly satisfy hunger, improve training performance and quickly approach your goal.

Rating of the best protein bars

Quest Protein Bar

Rating: 4.9

Leading the top protein bars, it comes in 15 different flavors, including peanut butter, white chocolate, mint, chocolate chip cookies, vanilla, cinnamon roll, oatmeal cookies, mocha, blueberry muffin, apple pie and more. The brand has long been known in the sports nutrition market, and its products are invariably becoming popular among both professionals and amateurs.

The balanced composition contains everything you need for effective training. A high amount of protein contributes to the growth and maintenance of muscle mass. Exceptionally expensive and high-quality products serve as a source of protein. Milk and whey protein isolates work well during exercise and for hours after exercise.

Sugar is completely excluded from the recipe. Plant extracts replace it. Natural fiber reduces appetite and improves digestive function.The composition contains vitamins, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium and iron. Athletes who regularly eat the Quest bar have confirmed its high taste and recommend it to everyone who chooses an active lifestyle.

Dignity
  • 20 g of fast-digesting protein;
  • varied tastes;
  • in the composition – natural sweeteners;
  • great content of useful elements.
Disadvantages
  • not detected.

PoweBar Natural Protein Bar

Rating: 4.8

The second place in the rating is deservedly taken by the well-known company PoweBar. It contains no artificial ingredients: flavors, preservatives, dyes. A well-chosen recipe from natural ingredients allows you to have a snack with benefits for the body and quickly achieve your goals.1/3 of the composition is high quality, easily digestible soy protein. It increases endurance during workouts, helps to quickly gain muscle mass, get rid of excess fat.

The protein bar does not contain animal products, therefore it is suitable for people who adhere to the principles of vegetarianism. The variety of flavors allows athletes with different preferences to choose the most suitable one, so that a snack is not only beneficial, but also enjoyable.

The opinion of experts and ordinary buyers is the same. They recommend the bar as a great source of protein. It is absolutely harmless to the body, does not contain sugar and excess carbohydrates. Choosing Natural Protein Bar, you can be sure that the result will not be long in coming.

Dignity
  • protein accounts for 30% of the composition;
  • no chemical additives;
  • natural sweetener;
  • suitable for vegetarians.
Disadvantages
  • not detected.

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CHAMP Protein Bar

Rating: 4.8

The bronze of the rating went to the bar, which was preferred by both professional athletes and lovers of an active lifestyle. Its use corresponds to a full meal. 100 g of the product contains 17% protein, which allows it to be used by people who are gaining muscle mass and those who follow a strict diet.

Among the five different tastes, everyone will find their own. These are chocolate cherries, caramel, banana, nutty, strawberry. The composition does not contain harmful components. It includes milk and soy protein, hydrolyzed collagen, oat fiber, coenzyme, extruded rice, fruits and berries, coconut flakes. Sugar replaced with stevia leaf extract.

The respondents noted that the bar has everything you need to have a high-quality and satisfying snack before and after workouts, and to improve the general condition of the body.It stimulates metabolism, strengthens bone tissue, ligaments, joints, helps to better endure strenuous physical activity, and is useful for the cardiovascular system.

Dignity
  • 1 bar – 7.6 g of protein;
  • natural sugar substitute;
  • variety of tastes;
  • the presence of an antioxidant – coenzyme Q10.
Disadvantages
  • not detected.

Bombbar

Rating: 4.7

The fourth line of the rating is occupied by the bar, which is distinguished by a large number of different flavors. The manufacturer offers to choose exactly your own from more than 20 presented. These are raspberry cheesecake, chocolate, Danish biscuit, rice, strawberry, buckwheat, apple-cinnamon, coconut, peanuts, chocolate-hazelnuts, oatmeal with cherries, pistachio ice cream, almonds, tiramisu, cranberries and goji berries, mango-banana, pineapple-cherry , walnut with honey, lemon cake, currant-blueberry pancake.

Bombbar has a higher protein content, which accounts for 40% of the total composition. In 100 grams it is 33 g, in a bar weighing 60 grams of protein 20 g. The composition is low in calories, it does not contain gluten, sugar, GMOs. It contains 20 grams of fiber. The sweetener is a natural plant substance – stevia extract. Vitamin C increases endurance, strengthens the immune system, and improves metabolic processes.

The manufacturer offers two types of bar: classic and Slim.In the second, the protein content is less (34%), but it contains L-carnitine, which is important in losing weight and gaining muscle mass. All consumers unanimously rated this bar as “excellent”.

Dignity
  • high percentage of protein;
  • choice for any taste preferences;
  • sugar-free;
  • without harmful chemical additives.
Disadvantages
  • not detected.

Vasco Natural Protein Bar

Rating: 4.7

A worthy fifth place in the rating is occupied by a bar of the Vasco brand, which uses exclusively high-quality and natural ingredients in its production. They are useful for the body during and after exercise, improve their quality, significantly increase endurance, and promote rapid recovery after physical exertion. A 60 gram bar contains 20 g of protein.

Whey protein is low in calories. It is free of fats and lactose, it is effective both when drying and when building up mass. Milk protein is digestible for a long time, which allows you to fuel your muscles for 7 hours after intense workouts. Sucralose is used as a sweetener, which naturally raises blood sugar levels.

Corn fiber has prebiotic properties. Peanut butter has a tonic effect on the body.Everyone who opted for this product confirmed its effect, which helps to fight excess fat, to feel comfortable both during and after exercise.

Dignity
  • quality ingredients;
  • a large amount of protein;
  • energy value – 145 kcal;
  • sugar content – 0%.
Disadvantages
  • not detected.

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Power System High Protein Bar

Rating: 4.7

On the sixth line of the rating is a German brand bar, which easily fits in a pocket or bag and can always replace a full meal. The recipe is well-designed and includes everything you need to maintain the body during and after exertion. 32% comes from high quality protein.The purest milk protein serves as an additional tool for building the muscle frame.

The complex of vitamins saturates with the necessary nutrients for the normal functioning of all body systems. They prevent the action of free radicals, the number of which increases significantly during periods of increased stress. The optimal carbohydrate percentage provides the energy requirement.

The bar is made according to a unique recipe from environmentally friendly raw materials.It is free of GMOs, stimulants, synthetic flavors and banned substances. The great taste will appeal to both those who are on a dietary diet and those who are gaining weight.

Dignity
  • own brand recipe;
  • no harmful components;
  • a balanced amount of proteins and carbohydrates;
  • low-calorie product.
Disadvantages
  • not detected.

Vplab Low Carb Protein

Rating: 4.6

The seventh place in the rating is given to a bar produced by a famous brand from Great Britain. There are several flavors to choose from: chocolate, vanilla, red fruits, coconut, cheesecake, caramel, dark chocolate-coconut. The product is created using natural high quality ingredients without chemical additives.A 35 gram bar contains 11 g of protein.

The minimum amount of calories guarantees a healthy snack. Fiber helps the digestive system and helps control appetite when dieting. Slow-digesting carbohydrates provide a feeling of fullness. Sucralose serves as a sugar substitute.

According to reviews, the bar with an affordable price is an excellent source of nutrients for health. Its action will appeal to both professional athletes, and amateurs, and adherents of a healthy lifestyle.It will satisfy hunger before and after training, will be an excellent alternative to a full meal. Everyone liked the variety of tastes, the pure composition without harmful impurities, the quick satisfying hunger.

Dignity
  • high protein content;
  • low-calorie product;
  • balanced composition;
  • budget cost.
Disadvantages
  • not detected.

Prime Kraft PRIMEBAR

Rating: 4.5

The bar of the popular sports food brand ranks eighth in the ranking. It contains no GMOs and other harmful components. Due to the high concentration of proteins, hunger is quickly satisfied. The recipe includes a mixture of proteins: milk, soy and whey. Thanks to this combination, the effect lasts for several hours. During intense strength loads, endurance increases, after training, the body recovers faster.

The bar tastes quite sweet. Sugar replaced by plant extracts of stevia leaves. Extruded grains improve digestion and promote long-term satiety. Ascorbic acid stimulates metabolic processes, gives energy. Dried fruits and berries provide aromatic and taste qualities.

The respondents noted that the bar is a good substitute for high-calorie foods for those with a sweet tooth. It is also effective for power loads, which is confirmed by multiple positive reviews.Most shoppers used the product as a quick and tasty snack between meals.

Dignity
  • multicomponent protein;
  • does not contain prohibited substances;
  • sugar replaced with sucralose;
  • balanced combination of ingredients.
Disadvantages
  • not detected.

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Optimum Nutrition Optimum Protein Bar

Rating: 4.5

The rating includes a bar of a famous American brand of sports supplements, which develops unique formulations and uses only safe raw materials. Its optimally formulated formula will help both professionals and amateurs to conduct quality workouts with a high degree of effectiveness. The product is suitable for those who want to build muscle mass, and those who want to get rid of extra pounds. It ranks ninth on the list.

The multicomponent protein is represented by the highest quality dairy and whey proteins. Its share in a 60-gram bar is 21 g. Natural dietary fiber quickly satisfies hunger, reduces appetite, and stimulates the function of the digestive system. Sugar has been removed from the composition and replaced by sucralose and maltitol.

The respondents noted that the bar is not only tasty, but also has a high protein content, which saturates muscles with essential amino acids for growth and recovery.The low proportion of simple sugars makes it stand out from other similar foods.

Dignity
  • a mixture of high quality proteins;
  • a large proportion of protein;
  • natural sweeteners;
  • dietary fiber.
Disadvantages
  • not detected.

Myprotein 6-ply

Rating: 4.4

In tenth place in the ranking is the bar, which is an ideal snack with a well-balanced composition. It can be consumed before and after workouts, as well as during the day at work or at home. The product will not only quickly satisfy hunger, but also give pleasure, thanks to delicious tastes. The customer can choose a birthday cake, cookies with cream, chocolate sundae, lemon meringue.

The amount of protein per serving is 20.5 g.The protein mixture accounts for 29% of the total composition. It contains milk and whey protein concentrate, hydrolyzed beef collagen, calcium caseinate. The bar consists of 6 layers. On top, it is covered with white or milk chocolate, which does not contain sugar, but only its substitutes.

According to the respondents, this is one of the best bars, which not only brings undeniable benefits for maintaining lean muscle mass, but also makes sports nutrition very tasty.It has all the properties you need to improve performance, contains a lot of protein, fiber, and beneficial fortified supplements.

Dignity
  • several different tastes;
  • high protein content;
  • sweetener – sucralose;
  • the amount of fiber in 1 bar – 9.6 g.
Disadvantages
  • contains a small amount of sugar.

SiS Protein Bar

Rating: 4.3

On the eleventh line of the rating – a bar for a quick and correct snack, which will help in the restoration and restructuring of the muscle frame. It contains safe components. The presence of an international certificate confirms the absence of prohibited substances in the composition. The high content of easily digestible protein in the form of whey, soy protein and casein increases endurance and quickly satisfies hunger.

The bar has a high taste, which is confirmed by many athletes. The formulation includes L-Carnitine, which promotes rapid fat burning, and provides weight control during a strict diet. The product can be consumed in the absence of a full meal or included in a mandatory menu when developing a comprehensive weight loss program.

During the survey, many highlighted interesting tastes that differ from many familiar ones.Everyone especially liked the chocolate mint. It was also noted that the bar has an optimal weight, composition and affordable cost.

Dignity
  • a mixture of high quality proteins;
  • as part of L-carnitine;
  • original tastes;
  • budget cost.
Disadvantages
  • contains sugar.

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Supreme Protein Hight Protein Bar

Rating: 4.2

At the bottom of our rating is a low-calorie product, which contains 15 g of protein, which is necessary to satisfy hunger, increase endurance and effectiveness of training, and quick recovery after physical exertion. It is made from safe, natural raw materials.You can always keep a bar of this format close at hand (it fits in your bag, pocket, or the glove compartment of your car) and has a snack when you can’t have a full meal.

A protein blend is included to improve performance. These are milk and whey protein isolates. They are excellent “builders” of the muscle frame and help to achieve the desired goal much faster. The product is rich in amino acids and minerals necessary for an athlete both for drying and for building mass.It also includes a vitamin mix to improve the functioning of internal organs under heavy loads.

Reviews of the bar are only positive. It has excellent taste and aroma properties, it has a well-formulated recipe and balanced proteins and carbohydrates. The presence of sugar was considered a small disadvantage, despite the fact that there is a minimal amount of it.

Dignity
  • balanced recipe;
  • highly concentrated protein;
  • an increased amount of vitamins and amino acids;
  • pleasant to the taste.
Disadvantages
  • there is a small percentage of sugar in the composition.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide.Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist. 90,000 Protein Bar Oriflame Natural Balance Super Berries.

Is it possible to fall in love with a bar from the first taste? Certainly, if it is an Oriflame protein bar. The dietary protein product has an exquisitely delicate taste.

Each piece of the bar literally melts in your mouth. This balanced product is distinguished by 100% natural ingredients. The bar does not contain dyes, flavors.

Super Berries Protein Bar – Code 25386

This Diet Bar contains healthy proteins and fiber. Delicious source of complete energy also contains: blueberries; Garnet; natural antioxidants; carbohydrates. The product is low in fat and calories and is recommended for medical, dietary nutrition.

Features of the Oriflame Super Berries Bar

It is dietary products that allow you to lose weight, without any effort on yourself.A source of protein and fiber – the bar contains only the optimal combination of ingredients in its composition. You can forget about tedious calorie counting and enjoy a delicious dessert made from natural ingredients. What could be better than losing weight with a delicious snack bar? The Oriflame product will bring you a lot of pleasant minutes and keep you healthy.

The bar is irreplaceable on the road or on foot. The product is great for tea drinking, for satisfying hunger between meals.

This is a unique opportunity to fight the onset of hunger while losing weight and dieting. The bar ensures a healthy lifestyle, improves mood, increases optimism and fills the body with the necessary energy. Anyone who wants to look good should certainly use this dietary, tasty product in their balanced diet.

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Protein bar at home

I found this recipe on one of the American blogs dedicated to a healthy lifestyle and exercise. I liked the recipe for its simplicity and speed. This bar serves me as a delicious and nutritious snack. I know for sure that this will be a healthy and healthy snack.

Ingredients:

  • Coconut Oil or Manna – 2 tablespoons (28 grams) – 200 calories, 2 grams. squirrel
  • Whey Protein – 1 tbspl. (18 grams) – 60 calories, 15 grams. squirrel
  • Cocoa Powder – 2 tablespoons (14 gr.) – 60 calories, 3 gr. squirrel
  • Natural Honey – 1 tbsp (20g.) – 60 calories.
  • Coconut flakes (optional) for dusting.


From the listed number of products, one bar of 80 gr is obtained. Or you can make two 40g bars. The calorie content of the large bar is 380 calories. Protein in a large bar – 20 gr.

Protein bar preparation:

1.Pour two tbsp into the bowl. spoons of cocoa and one tbsp. a spoonful of whey protein. Here the grammar can be changed. If you need more protein, increase it to the required amount. It is best to use raw 100% natural cocoa powder for this truly healthy bar.

2. Add 1 tbsp to this. honey and 2 tbsp. coconut oil. I had no oil, I added coconut manna. But they are not much different from each other :).

3.Knead everything well and turn into a homogeneous mass.

4. Form a bar, sprinkle with coconut or cocoa if desired. Wrap in cellophane and refrigerate for 20 minutes. In 20 minutes. the protein bar is ready to eat. You can take it with you to work or training. I am especially pleased with its naturalness and that it is prepared at home.

5. Sometimes I do not form a bar from the mass, but several chocolate-protein candies.

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