Nutrition Bars
Not long ago, the
protein bar can be pretty expensive.
* Depending on size, quality, content, and the number of bars you buy, prices can range from under a dollar to as much as $5 per bar.
* More expensive bars are usually made with better ingredients and contain more
protein.
Nutritional Content
* '''Grams of Protein Per Serving'''
** The measure of protein in each bar is important both as a nutritional element and as an element of quality.
** Typically the more protein the better, and the more expensive the bar.
* '''Grams of Carbs and Sugar Per Serving'''
** If you’re looking for an endurance bar you’ll want more carbs, while you’d want fewer carbs in a diet bar.
** More important than the overall carb count is the bar’s sugar content, as that will have more of an effect on weight gain.
* '''Grams Fat Per Serving'''
** Most bars will be low in fat, but it’s always important to monitor how much fat you’re consuming.
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Types of Bars
'''Protein Bars'''
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* These bars are designed to deliver a substantial serving of protein for a post workout snack.
* They’ll often be higher in calories and larger, often with as many as 30 grams of protein per serving.
* Here are the best protein bars:
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WWSN Pure Protein
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Next Nutrition U Turn
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Muscle Tech Nitro Tech
'''Diet Bars'''
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* Diet bars are lower in calories and carbs.
* They’re intended to replace a small meal or serve as a snack.
* These are popular diet bars:
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Atkins Advantage
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Powerbar Pria
'''Meal Replacement Bars'''
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* These bars are designed for people trying to supplement a meal.
* There are two main types of meal replacement bars, those for people trying to gain weight and those for people trying to lose weight.
* Calories, carbs, and protein will vary.
* Try these meal replacement bars:
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Myoplex Lite
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Myoplex Delux
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Iso Pure
'''Energy Bars'''
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* Energy bars are generally designed for endurance athletes.
* They have more carbs to provide “fuel”.
* Some of the best energy bars are:
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Powerbar
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Cliff Bar
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