Protein Bars? What are your Faves? Ones to Avoid?

knowwhentoshutup

I want to add a protein bar to my workout routine as I gear up to my first half marathon...Any recommendations?

I'd like to use it for my long 11 and 12 miles runs.

Thanks!

knowwhentoshutup

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rainbowbow

Pure protein is the lowest cals for highest protein I've seen. The cliff builders bars are great too!

auuudriana

I love the Fortifx protein bars! They are like triple baked or something and have 30 grams of protein. There's 3 different kinds and they are all delicious. You can get them at GNC.

rowlandk

I also like the Pure Protein. They have a decent price, high amount of protein and don't taste like cardboard. I like the peanut butter ones.

UponThisRock

Quest bars are the only ones I'd consider eating on a regular basis, because they're not full of processed junk (relatively speaking)

jourelemode

sorry to be blunt, but those bars that were previously mentioned are trash

clif for instance has palm kernel oil

it uses soy protein for its main source of protein which is GMO

the sugars they use are bad even though they are organic, still a bad source

and pure protein bars are ultra trash...

the only good protein bar out there is quest. search it and you'll understand.

don't hate me for what i've said, get out there and try the quest bar, they are the best tasting and healthiest! the macro breakdown is top notch and the ingredients used are top quality.

rainbowbow

To call them trash isn't really fair. These quest bars, are they available online only? To they taste bad/gritty/chalky?

sorry to be blunt, but those bars that were previously mentioned are trash

clif for instance has palm kernel oil

it uses soy protein for its main source of protein which is GMO

the sugars they use are bad even though they are organic, still a bad source

and pure protein bars are ultra trash...

the only good protein bar out there is quest. search it and you'll understand.

don't hate me for what i've said, get out there and try the quest bar, they are the best tasting and healthiest! the macro breakdown is top notch and the ingredients used are top quality.

WickedGarden

sorry to be blunt, but those bars that were previously mentioned are trash

clif for instance has palm kernel oil

it uses soy protein for its main source of protein which is GMO

the sugars they use are bad even though they are organic, still a bad source

and pure protein bars are ultra trash...

the only good protein bar out there is quest. search it and you'll understand.

don't hate me for what i've said, get out there and try the quest bar, they are the best tasting and healthiest! the macro breakdown is top notch and the ingredients used are top quality.

just looked at the Quest bars...and the ones with sucralose are crap to me. I'd only get the ones with stevia.

WickedGarden

oh, just searched for the thread I had about protein bars, and someone suggested Rise Bars as well. they're pretty expensive, but minimally processed.

coopersmom2006

I like the Clif builder bars in chocolate/peanut butter flavor. Kind bars pretty yummy too (nuts) but they don't have as much protein in them. Post run I like a glass of cold chocolate almond milk and a Clif bar.

coopersmom2006

I want to add a protein bar to my workout routine as I gear up to my first half marathon...Any recommendations?

I'd like to use it for my long 11 and 12 miles runs.

Thanks!

Are you eating it before your run, during or after? I don't suggest eating it during your run. I just did 15 miles for the first time on Saturday and ate Honey Stinger chews to give me some energy. They worked well! Can't imagine eating a big protein bar mid run.

gregpack

To call them trash isn't really fair. These quest bars, are they available online only? To they taste bad/gritty/chalky?

The "vitamin shop" stores sell a couple of flavors. I buy them online But they are not cheap- $2 or so each.

I just bought a sampler and have been pretty happy with the flavors I've tried so far.

The Cinnamon roll quest bar heated a few seconds in the microwave is my favorite so far. It tastes like a snickerdoodle to me.

Ianultrarunner

I just found out Snickers makes a few good Protein Bars called Marathon Protein Bar.
I tried the Chocolatey Nut Burst tonight and it was pretty darn tasty.

sun33082

Quest bars are the only ones I'd consider eating on a regular basis, because they're not full of processed junk (relatively speaking)

This^^ and they are very very low in sugar and net carbs.

theartichoke

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justbecause2014

I like pure protein, just not the smores flavor, it tastes nothing like a smore and leaves a yucky after taste! Great for an after workout snack!

cellokitty91

READ the WHOLE label! I wish I could remember which one it was but there is a protein bar that says in practically invisible print "excessive consumption of this causes excessive gas and sometimes has a laxative effect" or something like that. Try eating one right before watching a freaking play. My only suggestion.

trinitylyons01

There are a few Atkins bars that taste good to me. I like their Chocolate Caramel Nut Roll and their Cashew Trail Mix Bar. Yum!

sc1572

PURE PROTEIN! Fav is the S'mores flavor!

shastacrystal

Think Thin Chunky Peanut Butter flavor!

albinogorilla

I have been making my own lately, and prefer them..............posted this a while back, but here is the recipe and stats if you want to give it a shot.

2 cups kashi go lean crunch berry crumble
4 scoops body fortress vanilla
4 tbs skippy peanut butter
6tbs pb2 chocolate
.5 cup 2% milk

calories Carbs fat protein sugar fiber
200 20 6 20 7 4 (each)

mix all in bowl, will consistency of very thick cookie dough
press into a 8x8 pan, pyrex
(could just chill and cut probably)
I bake at 350 for about 10-15 until edges brown
cool.............cut into 8 bars

angng

I can only eat Luna bars because of the wheat. The Lemon one is okay.

brandiuntz

While not a true protein bar, Larabar fruit and nut bars are minimally processed and excellent for energy. Main ingredients are fruit and nuts. Diary-free, gluten-free, minimal salt, no added sugar (unless a flavor has chocolate). Most bars run about 200 calories.

Redbird99ky

While I'm no protein bar guru, I like my Zone bars ... the double dark chocolate, dark chocolate almond, dark chocolate strawberry, and cookie dough are all my favorites.

cecejoy

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smilebhappy

I have been making my own lately, and prefer them..............posted this a while back, but here is the recipe and stats if you want to give it a shot.

2 cups kashi go lean crunch berry crumble
4 scoops body fortress vanilla
4 tbs skippy peanut butter
6tbs pb2 chocolate
.5 cup 2% milk

calories Carbs fat protein sugar fiber
200 20 6 20 7 4 (each)

mix all in bowl, will consistency of very thick cookie dough
press into a 8x8 pan, pyrex
(could just chill and cut probably)
I bake at 350 for about 10-15 until edges brown
cool.............cut into 8 bars

thanks for sharing

Carmandicus

If you're that concerned about GMO, or refined sugars, I think cheapest and most effective way to go about it is just to make your own with a food processor.

This is my favorite recipe:
http://www.tastebook.com/recipes/2376447-Power-Balls

There are plenty of others circulating the internet that include protein powder (generally from modified soy beans), but getting your protein from raw nuts and seeds definitely has nutritional advantages.

badapdos

They're not made as protein bars, but Clif bars have lots of protein and fiber in them, plus they're delicious!

izzydino

I like the balance bar: chocolate craze and the sweet and salty peanut are my favorites. I will have to check out the quest bar...

Nikiki

READ the WHOLE label! I wish I could remember which one it was but there is a protein bar that says in practically invisible print "excessive consumption of this causes excessive gas and sometimes has a laxative effect" or something like that. Try eating one right before watching a freaking play. My only suggestion.

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Anything with malitol will cause gas and laxative effects, it a sugar alcohol Lors knows why is used in a lot of stuff, I had a bad reaction once and will never go back!!

I like cliff bars and good greens bars which can be found at vitamin shop and online (chocolate coconut is the best!!) 190 cals, natural sweeteners and 12 grams of protein which is pretty good for such a low cal bar.