Protein Bars

kylielouttit
kylielouttit Posts: 512 Member
edited September 21 in Food and Nutrition
Ok, another protein question. This one is about protein bars. I'm doing P90X and having a hard time getting the calories in when I eat healthy since veggies are so low in calories and i'm not a big meat person. I hate tofu as well. I'm considering a protein bar, but what do I look for in one? Can anyone recommend a brand that doesn't taste gross?

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  • jrich1
    jrich1 Posts: 2,408 Member
    We have had good luck with the Pure Protein brand ones, they are decent
  • nicolina823
    nicolina823 Posts: 450 Member
    I tried a LUNA bar and was in heaven. It was one of the best things I ever ate lol. I hate sweet things but this has me hooked.:smokin:
  • ZebraHead
    ZebraHead Posts: 15,207 Member
    Ok, another protein question. This one is about protein bars. I'm doing P90X and having a hard time getting the calories in when I eat healthy since veggies are so low in calories and i'm not a big meat person. I hate tofu as well. I'm considering a protein bar, but what do I look for in one? Can anyone recommend a brand that doesn't taste gross?

    Check out this thread:

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/103186-what-is-the-best-protein-bar?hl=pure+protein+high+protein+bar#posts-1424189

    I like Pure Protein as well... :smile:
  • cdavis1126
    cdavis1126 Posts: 302 Member
    Luna bars are my favorite. They have the correct amt of protein in them and are under 200 calories. My snacks are always under 200.
  • BeerKahuna
    BeerKahuna Posts: 52
    I've been using Premier Nutrition bars. They come in a box of 12, 3 flavor variety pack. I actually like them a LOT!

    I buy mine at COSTCO and they are quite reasonable - 2, 12 count boxes for just under $21.

    The 3 flavors are: Double Chocolate Crunch (my favorite), Chocolate Peanut Butter, and Yogurt Peanut butter.
  • GrammaPower
    GrammaPower Posts: 49 Member
    I too have a tough time fitting in enough protein, so I started using Premier Protein Bars (I get them at Costco) and each bar has 30 (THIRTY !) gms of whey protein. Also use Cytosport Protein Plus powder - I like vanilla - 27 grams protein per scoop. I put it ( 1/2 scoop) on my rolled oats, non-fat yogurt, smmoothies - just about everything in an effort to match proteins w/ complex carbs! :bigsmile:
    Also use Cliff Bars (1/2) for a snack).
  • Iffer75
    Iffer75 Posts: 2,817 Member
    Check out this video on all Beachbody.com supplements. At about the 29 sec mark, that talk about the protien bars. I personally have not tried them, but I hear they are excellent.

    http://beachbodycoach.com/esuite/home/jjtonic75?bctid=1886155233

    How far along are you in the program? Are you doing Lean or Classic? I have done 2 rounds and love the results. Keep up the great work. :bigsmile:
  • alphaip
    alphaip Posts: 86
    I had trouble losing weight when I went on protein bars. Too much sugar. If you don't have a big appetite, you may could try egg whites in many different forms (mixed in with rice, omelet, etc).
  • ZebraHead
    ZebraHead Posts: 15,207 Member
    I had trouble losing weight when I went on protein bars. Too much sugar. If you don't have a big appetite, you may could try egg whites in many different forms (mixed in with rice, omelet, etc).

    Pure Protein (2g sugar +4g sugar alcohol))
  • kylielouttit
    kylielouttit Posts: 512 Member
    Check out this video on all Beachbody.com supplements. At about the 29 sec mark, that talk about the protien bars. I personally have not tried them, but I hear they are excellent.

    http://beachbodycoach.com/esuite/home/jjtonic75?bctid=1886155233

    How far along are you in the program? Are you doing Lean or Classic? I have done 2 rounds and love the results. Keep up the great work. :bigsmile:

    I'm doing the lean program. This was my 2nd attempt, the first time I got to Day 50 but wasn't taking it seriously and wasn't seeing results.
  • KristyO
    KristyO Posts: 126
    Zone bars are pretty good. They are crunchy instead of chewy, which I like. The mint chocolate is my favorite.
  • cassandra1220
    cassandra1220 Posts: 284 Member
    I've been using Premier Nutrition bars. They come in a box of 12, 3 flavor variety pack. I actually like them a LOT!

    I buy mine at COSTCO and they are quite reasonable - 2, 12 count boxes for just under $21.

    The 3 flavors are: Double Chocolate Crunch (my favorite), Chocolate Peanut Butter, and Yogurt Peanut butter.

    Premier Nutrition products are fantastic. The shakes are great too!
  • baggins706
    baggins706 Posts: 310
    Atkins Protein Bars.
  • KiriKiriKiri
    KiriKiriKiri Posts: 227 Member
    Think Thin! They are gluten free, natural and taste decent! Check out the website!!! I am doing P90X as well... I also just picked up a box of Kashi Chewy Granola Bars because they are natural, loaded with nothing but good stuff and quick protein on the run...
  • DrBorkBork
    DrBorkBork Posts: 4,099 Member
    Larabars are delish, and Promax isn't bad either. Def check out Kashi's stuff. Stay away from think thin (the one I had was awful)
  • Jenks
    Jenks Posts: 349
    My absolute favorite is the Luna Bar - Caramel Nut Brownie, even my 5 year old thought it was a cookie.
  • KiriKiriKiri
    KiriKiriKiri Posts: 227 Member
    Larabars are delish, and Promax isn't bad either. Def check out Kashi's stuff. Stay away from think thin (the one I had was awful)

    What kind of Think Thin bar did you get? That's a shame...

    But then again, I am not used to eating sugary stuff, so anything the least bit "sweet" sends me over board, which is why I am not a fan of the Larabars or Luna Bars ;)
  • glfprncs2
    glfprncs2 Posts: 625 Member
    Why not make your own? That way you know EVERY ingredient that's in them, and you can 'customize' them to your caloric needs. Message me if you want a good, 'basic' recipe.
  • KiriKiriKiri
    KiriKiriKiri Posts: 227 Member
    Why not make your own? That way you know EVERY ingredient that's in them, and you can 'customize' them to your caloric needs. Message me if you want a good, 'basic' recipe.

    Yes! You def can!!! I make my sons food and granola/protein bars because he is on a special (Feingold) diet... very easy to do! I just don't eat the same thing... but yep you certainly can! :) Do you make your own?
  • BR1986FB
    BR1986FB Posts: 1,515 Member
    Pure Protein Peanut Marshmallow Eclipse are awesome or, as suggested, you can make your own.
  • DrBorkBork
    DrBorkBork Posts: 4,099 Member
    Kiri, I had the chocolate covered strawberry think thin bar. The first bite was okay, but there was this absolutely awful aftertaste. I have 2 other bars that need to be eaten, but afraid they'll be just as gross.
  • KiriKiriKiri
    KiriKiriKiri Posts: 227 Member
    Kiri, I had the chocolate covered strawberry think thin bar. The first bite was okay, but there was this absolutely awful aftertaste. I have 2 other bars that need to be eaten, be afraid they'll be just as gross.

    Thanks! Good to know, I will def stay away from that then... :) I don't think I have seen the Strawberry one at the Trader Joe's or Whole Foods in town here otherwise I would have probably grabbed that one first...I LOVE STRAWBERRY! Good thing, right?! Yuck!
  • DrBorkBork
    DrBorkBork Posts: 4,099 Member
    What ones have you had that were alright? I have a white chocolate one and a chocolate one. Are either of those any good?

    EDIT: I just tried the white chocolate chip one, and it actually tastes good compared to the chocolate covered strawberry. The CCS one was vile (sad, cuz I love chocolate covered strawberries)
  • KiriKiriKiri
    KiriKiriKiri Posts: 227 Member
    What ones have you had that were alright? I have a white chocolate one and a chocolate one. Are either of those any good?


    I like the White Chocolate Chip (a little on the sweet side) and then the Creamy Peanut Butter. I just googled the Strawberry one. It looks like that one is a dessert bar and not a Protein bar...maybe that is why it tasted bad? I didn't look at the nutritional info or anything. Hmmm... The White Chocolate Chip is a little sweet for me. I used to be a huge sweet tooth, but since I have detoxed I have a hard time eating anything that has a surge of sweetness to it (sounds silly, I know)...
  • sjcply
    sjcply Posts: 817 Member
    Ditto on Pure protein bars, they have a better protein/carb ratio and low sugar than any I have found. and they dont taste too bad either!
  • DrBorkBork
    DrBorkBork Posts: 4,099 Member
    Oh, also wanted to suggest Dr's Carbrite Bars. They're tasty, too :)
  • KeriD
    KeriD Posts: 324
    I like Lara Bars.....recommended by my holistic nutritionist....no sugar added...however sweet from dates and they have very few ingredients. However she recommends in moderation. As a treat only!
  • MissyMorganFit
    MissyMorganFit Posts: 37
    You know what I am going to say ; ) The Beachbody Protein Bars are so YUMMY & the best all around that I have tried in all my years of training. Chocolate Peanut Butter is my fave! I do like the Luna bars as well, however, the most important factor to watch for is sugar content....especially when trying to lose weight or shed fat. Some bars are ridiculous in the amount of sugar they contain. So watch out.
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