Ever notice the isle of meal replacement/protein bars? Does it seem to be growing every week? Each bar offering doses of nutrients. Some are just candy bar substitutes and some are actually nutrient dense. Here is a guide to narrow down the choices that best suit your needs.
First let me point out that the best options are ones that are made with real food and few ingredients. Things like nuts, seeds, and fruit. Keeping your eye on added sweeteners, sugar and saturated fat.
RX BAR : filled with nuts and dates around 200 calories per bar and a chewy texture. Packaging states clearly the ingredients.
LARA BAR: The plant version of the above using pea protein.
QUEST: Hidden sugars, processed ingredients and saturated fat
KIND: A mix of soy and nut protein. The coating introduces palm kernel oil which elevates the saturated fat content.
Keep your eye on the calories and ingredients as with most foods. The information is there for you. Read before you buy and enjoy.
