Quest Bars : What's the Hype?

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  • lisafrancis888
    lisafrancis888 Posts: 119 Member
    Anybody in the UK know where I can get a single bar rather than a 12 pack off Amazon? Thought I would try one out first! Thanks.
  • aryseespieces
    aryseespieces Posts: 64 Member
    Omg, Quest bars are the best protein bars I've come across thus far. Cookies and Cream is my ultimate flavour. Unfortunately for me, I'm going through some digestive issues at the moment, and the Quest bars may be exacerbating the situation :(

    I'm in Aus, so my source won't be of any help to you whatsoever, but if you buy a box online you can save some cash. Maybe have a pal chip in? Some flavours are a bit blah, but you'll find ones you love.

    They're highly regarded as, unlike some other protein bars, aren't completely packed full of sugar and unnecessary ingredients. As always, they should be eaten in moderation, or in accordance with your training plan, and not as a meal replacement. They're quite calorie-friendly, however proceed with a bit of caution, and perhaps use as a 'treat', rather than a go-to food, depending on your goals.

    Thank you!! I'll definitely be using them as a supplement for after my workouts and not a meal replacement!

  • Lois_1989
    Lois_1989 Posts: 6,410 Member
    Anybody in the UK know where I can get a single bar rather than a 12 pack off Amazon? Thought I would try one out first! Thanks.

    No. I was just about to say Holland & Barrett, but they only sell it by the box as well. I know why you ask. What if you don't like the flavour? This is what puts me off.
  • Yes! The protein pic and mix are a UK company and you can buy them individually or buy a multi pack of twelve different flavours (the Quest 'not so dirty dozen' bundle) - great if you want to try them to see which ones you like http://www.proteinpickandmix.co.uk/
  • kamakazeekim
    kamakazeekim Posts: 1,183 Member
    I got the variety pack on Amazon. I eat them because I'm supposed to be getting at least 80 grams of protein each day and I can't eat that much food (medical reasons.) One Quest bar has 20 grams of protein.
  • shelties1
    shelties1 Posts: 8 Member
    Cookies and Cream. Microwaved for a few seconds. Enough said!
  • Lois_1989
    Lois_1989 Posts: 6,410 Member
    Ooh variety pack! I'm sold. Thank you muchness!
  • Lois_1989
    Lois_1989 Posts: 6,410 Member
    Yes! The protein pic and mix are a UK company and you can buy them individually or buy a multi pack of twelve different flavours (the Quest 'not so dirty dozen' bundle) - great if you want to try them to see which ones you like http://www.proteinpickandmix.co.uk/

    Sweet bajesus that website is AMAZING! it makes everything look so yummy...
  • rhonderoo
    rhonderoo Posts: 145 Member
    It took me a while to get used to the taffy-like consistency of them, but I've come to like the coconut cashew and the lemon pie, especially. If you microwave, take them out of the package first! (I learned the hard way, lol). The chocolate chunk microwaved for about 10 seconds does taste a lot like a real cookie.
  • gamesandgains
    gamesandgains Posts: 640 Member
    I'm hooked on the Quest Chips. Didn't like them at first and the texture took a minute to get used to but I can't stop eating them now.

    I saw they had chips!!! I definitely would not eat the serving size on those! :(

    I know those feels! If you try them I'd suggest going with BBQ, Sour Cream and/or Sea Salt and Vinegar. Those seem to be the popular flavors and I have to agree with them.
  • soccerkon26
    soccerkon26 Posts: 596 Member
    If you email them on their website, they will send you 2 free bars (whatever kind you'd like) for free so you can sample them. Great company!
  • aryseespieces
    aryseespieces Posts: 64 Member
    If you email them on their website, they will send you 2 free bars (whatever kind you'd like) for free so you can sample them. Great company!

    Amazing!!! I'm doing that right now!!!
  • pickyreverb
    pickyreverb Posts: 24 Member
    Stick them in the oven at 350 degrees for 3 minutes and they puff up a bit and taste kinda like a cookie
  • ILiftHeavyAcrylics
    ILiftHeavyAcrylics Posts: 27,732 Member
    If you email them on their website, they will send you 2 free bars (whatever kind you'd like) for free so you can sample them. Great company!

    I've tried this a couple of different times-- so far I've never gotten the alleged free samples
  • JulieAnneFIU
    JulieAnneFIU Posts: 125 Member
    I eat my cookie dough ones straight out of the fridge. It's like eating raw dough. I can only have one per week though, I'm sensitive to that fiber they put in it.
  • Reinventi0n
    Reinventi0n Posts: 71 Member
    I LOVE Quest Bars! I actually have them for "breakfast". They are high protein, low calorie/sugar/net carb and they taste really good. Some of my favorite flavors are the s'mores, chocolate chip cookie dough, cookies and cream, white chocolate raspberry, double chocolate chunk, and chocolate brownie. I also recently discovered that microwaving some of the flavors makes them even better! Yum!
  • The hype behind them lies in the fact that they have only 3g net carbs and 21g of protein! Well, the chocolate chip cookie dough ones anyway. They are a fantastic bar to grab for on the go or if I’m feeling lazy on lunch.
  • A highly processed candy bar, yum. Make one yourself, because cheaper.

    What about them are highly processed.
  • aryseespieces
    aryseespieces Posts: 64 Member
    If you email them on their website, they will send you 2 free bars (whatever kind you'd like) for free so you can sample them. Great company!

    I've tried this a couple of different times-- so far I've never gotten the alleged free samples

    I just live chatted with them and were NOCE and said I'll get it in a week
  • Mr_Knight
    Mr_Knight Posts: 9,532 Member
    edited March 2015
    Can someone please get me up to speed on what Quest Bars are and what are their benefits?

    They're basically a Snickers bar with a bit of protein powder mixed in. Tasty, sure, so if that's your thing...have at it.

    Personally I don't find them even remotely filling, but that's going to be a personal thing.
  • Sydking
    Sydking Posts: 317 Member
    They are pretty rubbish - Dont know what all the hype is about but ive bought about 8 boxes now and i dont enjoy them much at all.

    Only eat them when i need a fiber boost and protein.

    But i can get that just as easy from chickpeas and lentils and real meat.

    Microwaved they are rubbish.

    I dont mind them in the fridge of freezer for a while so nice and hard.

    Cant beat real food.

    The only good thing about them i see is if you want a candy bar, have this is a good replacement


    Also no truth if they are actually low carb.

  • Sydking
    Sydking Posts: 317 Member
    ALso make you own bars.

    way way way cheaper

    Better macros

    Healthy

    Taste way better

  • eggomylegos
    eggomylegos Posts: 146 Member
    Can someone please get me up to speed on what Quest Bars are and what are their benefits? Also where I can locate some?

    Several of them taste fantastic, they don't make my blood sugar spike, they fit my macros, my stomach isn't bothered by the sweetener, and they keep me full between meals. Pretty much a win all around.

    The cookie dough and white chocolate raspberry are my favorites. I threw the lemon and apple pie ones in the garbage. (I have friends with the exact opposite opinion, so I recommend trying a variety pack if possible)

    For purchasing, I have a GNC membership and wait for a 10% off coupon to stock up. Holiday weekends are good for those.
  • threnjen
    threnjen Posts: 687 Member
    I looooooooooove Quest bars. Cookie dough flavor, microwaved 20 secs. I struggle to eat only one a day =/
  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
    I love them!! I've tried a lot of protein bars and none are as good as quest bars!
    I bought a box of 12 today for $55 :open_mouth: if they Weren't good I Wouldn't be paying that much! Chocolate brownie microwaved for 9 seconds... perfect :bigsmile:
  • aryseespieces
    aryseespieces Posts: 64 Member
    I love them!! I've tried a lot of protein bars and none are as good as quest bars!
    I bought a box of 12 today for $55 :open_mouth: if they Weren't good I Wouldn't be paying that much! Chocolate brownie microwaved for 9 seconds... perfect :bigsmile:

    $4.50 for a bar?!
  • juggernaut1974
    juggernaut1974 Posts: 6,212 Member
    If you email them on their website, they will send you 2 free bars (whatever kind you'd like) for free so you can sample them. Great company!

    I've tried this a couple of different times-- so far I've never gotten the alleged free samples

    Ditto
  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
    I love them!! I've tried a lot of protein bars and none are as good as quest bars!
    I bought a box of 12 today for $55 :open_mouth: if they Weren't good I Wouldn't be paying that much! Chocolate brownie microwaved for 9 seconds... perfect :bigsmile:

    $4.50 for a bar?!

    Yeah usually $5.25 each. My supplement store could have done me a deal of $42 for 12, but they had run out of the flavours i wanted! :angry:

  • ILiftHeavyAcrylics
    ILiftHeavyAcrylics Posts: 27,732 Member
    I love them!! I've tried a lot of protein bars and none are as good as quest bars!
    I bought a box of 12 today for $55 :open_mouth: if they Weren't good I Wouldn't be paying that much! Chocolate brownie microwaved for 9 seconds... perfect :bigsmile:

    $4.50 for a bar?!

    Yeah usually $5.25 each. My supplement store could have done me a deal of $42 for 12, but they had run out of the flavours i wanted! :angry:

    You must not be in the US. I mean, they're expensive here but not that bad.
  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
    I love them!! I've tried a lot of protein bars and none are as good as quest bars!
    I bought a box of 12 today for $55 :open_mouth: if they Weren't good I Wouldn't be paying that much! Chocolate brownie microwaved for 9 seconds... perfect :bigsmile:

    $4.50 for a bar?!

    Yeah usually $5.25 each. My supplement store could have done me a deal of $42 for 12, but they had run out of the flavours i wanted! :angry:

    You must not be in the US. I mean, they're expensive here but not that bad.

    I'm in Australia. EVERYTHING costs more here :disappointed:

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