protein bars
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protein bars
I am trying to lose weight and was wondering if protein bars are okay to eat when eating on the run. Which ones are good and which ones I should stay away from? Any suggestions? The last thing I want is to gain weight because of them.
Re: protein bars
If you do eat them stay away from ones with HCFS and try eating ones with Polyols in them, (Sugar replacers).
Some are better than others, but some can be poor. Some contain Hydrogenates, but the fat levels in many are often low, but obviosuly the lower the better.
As an example of poor ones, Trio-plex bars have internet evidence around from some years ago, to shoot those down, for the content not tallying wih the stated nutrition levels on the packaging. I.E. less carbs than stated, less protein that stated, one type having 2x the stated fat levels.
They may have changed since, but I doubt it.
Also Muscletech do ones with Alpha Lipoic Acid a type of Antioxident, and some Omega Fats, but the cost of them is not good enough for the quantity provided.
Don't have ones with 50g Protein in them either. Ideally, ones with around a 50/50 ratio Protein / Carbs is better and in the region of 35-50g of both.
Some are better than others, but some can be poor. Some contain Hydrogenates, but the fat levels in many are often low, but obviosuly the lower the better.
As an example of poor ones, Trio-plex bars have internet evidence around from some years ago, to shoot those down, for the content not tallying wih the stated nutrition levels on the packaging. I.E. less carbs than stated, less protein that stated, one type having 2x the stated fat levels.
They may have changed since, but I doubt it.
Also Muscletech do ones with Alpha Lipoic Acid a type of Antioxident, and some Omega Fats, but the cost of them is not good enough for the quantity provided.
Don't have ones with 50g Protein in them either. Ideally, ones with around a 50/50 ratio Protein / Carbs is better and in the region of 35-50g of both.
Re: protein bars
I've been eating protein bars on the go for almost a year and I have zero complaints. They fill me up and tidy me over for3-4 hours until meal, but make sure you read the labels so you know what your putting into your body. myoplex-lite bar
Re: protein bars
I like the Pure Protein bars. They're low sugar, lower fat than a lot of bars and have lots of protein. The snack sized ones are relatively inexpensive (about $1.25/bar at Walmart, cheaper on Amazon, I think). The snack sized ones are about 180 - 200 calories so if you're looking for a meal replacer, they have larger sized bars but I haven't looked into those ones.
Re: protein bars
If you are trying to follow general good nutrition practices and eat a balanced small meal every three or four hours, protein bars offer a convenient option. They require no refrigeration, as do other healthy protein snacks like low fat dairy and meats.A protein bar makes a healthier option for those who often reach for candy bars. Usually, protein bars are lower in saturated fat and trans fats, and offer some nutrition not available in your typical Snickers or Kit Kat. Choosing a protein bar that contains some fiber (look for at least 3 g) and that contains less than 250 calories satisfies your sweet tooth in a portion-controlled package.
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