Quest Bar - Meal or Snack?

jelkins2000
jelkins2000 Posts: 38 Member
in Food and Nutrition
So I've been researching quest bars and everyone here talks about their favorite flavors and the advantages to them, etc... I had my first one yesterday and it was pretty good. I'm having a hard time finding out if these are used more commonly as a meal replacement or as a snack. What do you eat them for?
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  • JCM1969
    JCM1969 Posts: 141 Member
    Snack for sure.... at less than 200 calories.. I eat one most afternoons..
  • allana1111
    allana1111 Posts: 390 Member
    I've done both - they're not a bad meal replacement if you're not starved.
  • RyanG2106
    RyanG2106 Posts: 29
    Don't restrict yourself be flexible.......

    So long as your within you calories at the end of the day who cares?????
  • sallychildress
    sallychildress Posts: 28 Member
    snack meal, since I have 6 of them a day
  • ktsmom430
    ktsmom430 Posts: 1,100 Member
    Snack for me too. Sometimes I cut them in 1/2 and eat 1/2 at mid morning snack and 1/2 in the evening.
  • Fullsterkur_woman
    Fullsterkur_woman Posts: 2,712 Member
    A meal also has vegetable side dishes and a starch, so it's definitely a snack to me!
  • lorigem
    lorigem Posts: 446 Member
    snack meal, since I have 6 of them a day

    +1
  • jelkins2000
    jelkins2000 Posts: 38 Member
    Yeah I was thinking they were a little small for a full meal, but I've certainly tried smaller meal replacement bars in the past.
  • aproc
    aproc Posts: 1,033 Member
    I eat them as contributions to my daily calories. Why does it matter if you call it a meal or snack. If your hungry again soon after then eat something else that fits your day's macros. :P
  • jelkins2000
    jelkins2000 Posts: 38 Member
    I eat them as contributions to my daily calories. Why does it matter if you call it a meal or snack. If your hungry again soon after then eat something else that fits your day's macros. :P

    Good point!
  • _lyndseybrooke_
    _lyndseybrooke_ Posts: 2,561 Member
    I've never tried one of these, but everyone on here talks about them. Are they really that good?

    I tend to stay away from snack/meal bars.
  • daviese89
    daviese89 Posts: 17
    I use them as a snack, either pre or post workout. I also like to heat them in the microwave for about 10-20 seconds and eat them like a sweet treat :) Really helps my midnight cravings. So far, the best one heated is the Strawberry Cheesecake. Throw a little free cool whip or low fat whipped cream.... yum! Mouth's watering just thinking about them!

    I also bake the chocolate chip cookie bars at 350 for 5 mins on each side. I cut them into bite size pieces and stick them in my car or purse for when I'm on the go. If I feel starved, cranky, or like my sugars are significantly dropping, I'll pop a few bites in. (Ok, I'll eat the whole damn bag...but still).

    Hope that helps!
  • TheStephil
    TheStephil Posts: 858 Member
    I use them as apart of my breakfast (Quest bar and a greek yogurt) because I can't be bothered with anything else in the mornings. I also have them for snacks or for dessert. Quest is my addiction and I could eat 10 of them a day if I had the funds for it.
  • TKhamvongsa
    TKhamvongsa Posts: 287
    Snack lol. I prefer them broiled and crunchy.
  • TheStephil
    TheStephil Posts: 858 Member
    I've never tried one of these, but everyone on here talks about them. Are they really that good?

    I tend to stay away from snack/meal bars.

    Most flavors are amazing. I'm currently on a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough kick and would honestly pick one over a cup of most ice cream (Ben & Jerry's excluded). They can be expensive though so I try to stick to one a day.
  • TKhamvongsa
    TKhamvongsa Posts: 287
    I've never tried one of these, but everyone on here talks about them. Are they really that good?

    I tend to stay away from snack/meal bars.

    They're not really meal bars.. They're like snacks. High in Protein and fibre. If you have the alloted protein and need fibre - it's perfect!! I can't get over the texture though.. So I bake them until they're crisp. You could also spread peanut butter in the middle and make all kinds of different desserts with them. (they have an instragram and showcase their 20seconds recipe videos)
  • Francl27
    Francl27 Posts: 26,371 Member
    Don't restrict yourself be flexible.......

    So long as your within you calories at the end of the day who cares?????

    This. Snacks, meals... same thing.
  • TKhamvongsa
    TKhamvongsa Posts: 287
    I've never tried one of these, but everyone on here talks about them. Are they really that good?

    I tend to stay away from snack/meal bars.

    Most flavors are amazing. I'm currently on a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough kick and would honestly pick one over a cup of most ice cream (Ben & Jerry's excluded). They can be expensive though so I try to stick to one a day.

    I just had the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough!! I baked them and ate them - I shouldve scooped up some vanilla ice cream and made an ice cream sandwich (would've been amazing)
  • CDogg17
    CDogg17 Posts: 27
    Mine is usually used as a dessert or evening snack. I either microwave one for 10 seconds or cut one up and bake for 7 minutes at 350 degrees. I also keep some in the car if I'm running errands and don't have time for something substantial. I remember the first time I ate one, I was scared to death of all that fiber at one time! LOL
  • 4aces61
    4aces61 Posts: 292 Member
    I had my first one today also. After reading about them here. Stopped at GNC to try one. It was amazing for a protein bar. Def a snack. I chased it w/ a protein shake. Good combo for after the gym.
  • tmpecus78
    tmpecus78 Posts: 1,206 Member
    snack meal, since I have 6 of them a day

    u eat 6 a day? :huh:
  • aylajane
    aylajane Posts: 979 Member
    bump so I can try all this!
  • cmcollins001
    cmcollins001 Posts: 3,472 Member
    Whichever you prefer, meal or snack...just remember to wash your hands!!

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  • Topsking2010
    Topsking2010 Posts: 2,245 Member
    snack meal, since I have 6 of them a day


    You must be rich!!!! Quest bars are expensive!!!
  • tedrickp
    tedrickp Posts: 1,229 Member
    I just had the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough!! I baked them and ate them - I shouldve scooped up some vanilla ice cream and made an ice cream sandwich (would've been amazing)

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    Whooooa never knew you could bake them crisp... Definitely going to try this.
  • donnat238
    donnat238 Posts: 309 Member
    Snack or meal....I've had for both. They are great for after a workout, late night snack....and I love them when I travel. Convenient when you are on the go!
  • Confuzzled4ever
    Confuzzled4ever Posts: 2,860 Member
    snack meal, since I have 6 of them a day

    1200 calories in quest bars per day and 12 bucks a day?? give or take..

    You're either rich, starving or joking.

    lets hope for joking.

    I eat them when i'm hungry if I have them.. Not a fan of all the flavors but the brownie one heated up and topped with PB &J is to die for.
  • summertime_girl
    summertime_girl Posts: 3,945 Member
    Meal for me.
  • tmpecus78
    tmpecus78 Posts: 1,206 Member
    Meal for me.

    you know who your dealer is! :wink:
  • jelkins2000
    jelkins2000 Posts: 38 Member
    snack meal, since I have 6 of them a day

    u eat 6 a day? :huh:

    I think she means she eats 6 meals per day....not 6 quest bars.

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