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Question asked by Ana Melbrod 350 days ago

What's the best protein bar in terms of nutritional value and taste? Are balance bars sufficient for a healthy snack?

Nutritional barsFoodNutrition Snacks

I know you look at grams of protein sugar fiber etc, but which brand is the best

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Answered by Allyson Shumate 349 days ago
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I try not to recommend the bars because they are so full of sugar. I tell them to eat real food and have a shake if they need to.
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Answered by Jason Martuscello 349 days ago
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I agree with Allyson. Stay away from any protein bars. If you have tasted any protein powder I think it is pretty safe to say that it is not the most desirable tasting. When you look for a protein bar that tastes remotely good. Therefore, sugar is going to be in the bar to appeal to our tastes. Do not listen to marketing/health claims. Ryan seems to be confused with the "think thin bars" which actually are loaded with sugars...They are titled "sugar alcohols" which are sweeteners as opposed to regular "sugars.

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Forget the snacks, and disperse meals throughout the day. If you get hungry split the meals up to 3 to 4 or from 4 to 5. (Obviously with portion size in mind) Snacks are usually sugar-therefore I try and avoid snacks! Eat real food!
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Answered by Ryan Halvorson 349 days ago
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I'm a fan of Think Thing bars. They taste pretty good and are also sugar- and gluten-free.
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Answered by Anonymous 349 days ago
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It's not a protein bar, but great for energy....Larabar. They're fantastic and all natural with no added crap in them.
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Answered by Anonymous 349 days ago
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Mona Vie Rvl berry bars and chocolate bars have a super low glycemic index per the University of Toronto. Power packed with super fruits! 100 calories All natural. No preservatives and no added crap as well.
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Answered by Anonymous 243 days ago
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If you know a Shaklee Independant Distributor, try the Cinch protein powder and bars. They are all natural, pure soy/whey protein from non GMO sources. Also has a good fiber content, low glycemic, and taste fabulous. I am a PT and Yoga instructor and reccommend this company all the time.
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