What is all the Quest hype?
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Convenient
Does not taste too turd like.
Had an applied pie one this morning and a cinnamon roll one yesterday
I like to have a treat type thing. Diet and exercise is work for the long haul. They are good tasting and I like the nutrient mix.0 -
It's processed, so it can't be that great.0
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rainbowbow wrote: »
Insoluble fiber is basically undigestable. Soluble fiber is broken down in the intestines and is considered to have 2 calories per gram by RDA counting standards. It ferments in the large intestine into short chain fatty acids.rainbowbow wrote: »RuNaRoUnDaFiEld wrote: »rainbowbow wrote: »StrongAsFuarkBear wrote: »20g of fibre, 20g+ of protein, 3g of carbs that includes 1g of sugar, no "real" food is as good as questbar
considering quest bars range from 170-230 calories i'd have to disagree.
Plain chicken breast, Fish, legumes, Greek yogurt, etc.
Although i guess that depends on the specific things you look for in what makes a food "good".
How would they have 20g of fibre?
They dont, but fiber is not-digestable anyway. Theoretically if you're eating fruits and vegetables and have no problems with digestion there's no reason to worry about the fiber content.
Also, things i suggested have a better calorie to protein ratio. Considering it is a protein supplement that should be the main concern anyway. Chicken breast having 140 cals to 27g protein, Tilapia having 104 cals for 22g protein, Greek yogurt having 150 cals for 22g protein.
Again, it all depends on how you're looking at food here.
I don't see how this matters, if you are eating literally anything else in your diet.... Or how one ingredient in a food all of a sudden makes it "better" or "worse". Again, especially considering this is a protein supplement.
It comes up because you shouldn't assume fiber is undigested.
The biggest issues that comes up for Quest bars specifically is some diabetics rely on fiber slowing down digestion of protein and sugar. The ogliosacharides Quest uses for fiber don't work that way - instead diabetics get a large glucose spike eating them. So for some people, yes, the type of fiber is better or worse.0 -
1. They are delicious.
2. They have good macros, with high fiber and protein.
3. They are delicious.
'Nuff said.0 -
Your intestines might not be use to digesting oligosaccharides. If that is all that is the issue, you'd have less stomach issues over time.I've only had them a few times, but the last one I ate gave me a pretty upset stomach, which freaked me out because I am one of those people who never gets an upset stomach. I've been hesitant to try another one, though I would really like to use them as an easy option to boost my protein percentage on some days.
Alternatively, you might just plain have a low fiber diet to begin with and it is a surge of fiber in comparison.
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biggsterjackster wrote: »It's processed, so it can't be that great.
Nothing as good as gnawing on a freshly caught squirrel in your back yard amirite?!0 -
Okay, convinced! Placing my order today
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They just do a job like other forms of food do. I've never had them but have tried other protein bars and they are not great (Maybe Peanut butter Cliff Bars are OK). I've heard that Quest Bars go to another level after 15 seconds in the microwave. That my be a myth though.0
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professionalHobbyist wrote: »Convenient
Does not taste too turd like.
Had an applied pie one this morning and a cinnamon roll one yesterday
I like to have a treat type thing. Diet and exercise is work for the long haul. They are good tasting and I like the nutrient mix.
Your really selling this lol. 0 -
Erythritol <<--- that is why it's so sweet. They sounds delicious though. Who wouldn't want cookies n cream before a work out?0
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sadiebrawl wrote: »Erythritol <<--- that is why it's so sweet. They sounds delicious though. Who wouldn't want cookies n cream before a work out?
some also use sucralose.
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Two words - Fiber. Protein.
I am on a higher fiber diet per my GI and surgeon. 17g of fiber helps A LOT. I also really really suck at getting enough protein in without getting burned out on Greek yogurt, chicken, and tuna.0 -
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I like the white chocolate and raspberry ones the best. However, I was recently talked into buying the chocolate shake protein powder. Not bad protein for only 110 calories but, the taste is horrible. Well, not horrible but more like very VERY watered down chocolate milk. I keep wanting to add Hershey's syrup but, that would defeat the purpose, I guess. Live and learn. As soon as the powder is gone, I will back to the bars.0
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I like them because its like healthy candy. lol Great for dessert.0
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I don't care for them.0
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I don't care for them.0
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peaceout_aly wrote: »Okay, don't get me wrong, I LOVE Quest bars. I typically eat 4 x week integrated into my meal plan and calorie allowances. They help me reach my protein macros and stay full. I know they are low-sugar, gluten-free and all that, but are they really that good for you? Simply asking because I'm about to buy a 24-pack and possibly get the Protein Powder as well (currently using Arbonne and was told I'm paying too much for a low-quality protein powder). I want to know what all the hype is about before buying. Thanks!
I think its more bang for the buck.
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I think that they "hype" is that they make pretty decent products that actually taste good (I think). Except for those peanut butter cups. Ugh.
I JUST saw that they have salted caramel protein. I can't wait to try that stuff!0 -
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I think that they "hype" is that they make pretty decent products that actually taste good (I think). Except for those peanut butter cups. Ugh.
I JUST saw that they have salted caramel protein. I can't wait to try that stuff!
I agree with you on the peanut butter cups. Never again!
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I had the cookies and cream once. It wasn't that bad0
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Their protein chips are crap though. Don't fall into that trap!
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slideaway1 wrote: »professionalHobbyist wrote: »Convenient
Does not taste too turd like.
Had an applied pie one this morning and a cinnamon roll one yesterday
I like to have a treat type thing. Diet and exercise is work for the long haul. They are good tasting and I like the nutrient mix.
Your really selling this lol.
LMFAO I didn't even see that comment, that is hilarious0 -
I can't seem to get with the Quest program. I don't like their bars. I have tried oreo, cinnamon roll and strawberry cheesecake. HATE them all. Is the cookie dough any good?0
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saramichelle89 wrote: »I can't seem to get with the Quest program. I don't like their bars. I have tried oreo, cinnamon roll and strawberry cheesecake. HATE them all. Is the cookie dough any good?
I love them all! Cookie dough and S'mores are probably the most universally satisfying out of them all.0 -
saramichelle89 wrote: »I can't seem to get with the Quest program. I don't like their bars. I have tried oreo, cinnamon roll and strawberry cheesecake. HATE them all. Is the cookie dough any good?
If you didn't like any of those, chances are you aren't going to fall in love with cookie dough either, though if you do try it, I'd recommend taking it out of the wrapper, putting it on a plate, and microwaving it for 5-10 seconds to get the chocolate a little gooey.0
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