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kylielouttit
kylielouttit Posts: 512 Member
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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
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    We have had good luck with the Pure Protein brand ones, they are decent
  • nicolina823
    nicolina823 Posts: 450 Member
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    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
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    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: 301 Member
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    Atkins Protein Bars.
  • KiriKiriKiri
    KiriKiriKiri Posts: 227 Member
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    Pure Protein Peanut Marshmallow Eclipse are awesome or, as suggested, you can make your own.

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