snack bars: protein v. fiber

pannacottayum
pannacottayum Posts: 96 Member
edited September 28 in Food and Nutrition
i've been looking for that perfect snack bar to keep in my glove box, gym bag, etc. for when i need a snack between meals. Is it better to go for high fiber or high protein to stay satisfied?

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  • sandyfeet10
    sandyfeet10 Posts: 280 Member
    high protein!!! power crunch bars are amazing!!!!!!!!!!
  • mgreen10
    mgreen10 Posts: 229 Member
    Not a fan of snack bars...a waste of calories on something that is not very delicious/filling. Just my opinion though :)
  • ronda_gettinghealthy
    ronda_gettinghealthy Posts: 777 Member
    I like the high protein bars-- I try to "eat" 5X a day to keep from having insulin surges and I find the protein fills me up and also keeps the cal count down while really trying to keep the protein up. IMHO
  • christinathompson1
    christinathompson1 Posts: 144 Member
    deff protein! it will help energize you before you workout, and it deff fills you up more than fiber. protein shakes are great too!
  • karensoxfan
    karensoxfan Posts: 902 Member
    Both will keep you full, but if you're keeping them for workout recovery, you might prefer to have the extra protein.

    On the other hand, if you're not getting enough fiber in your daily food choices, then maybe the fiber bars might be a better choice for you.
  • pannacottayum
    pannacottayum Posts: 96 Member
    Not a fan of snack bars...a waste of calories on something that is not very delicious/filling. Just my opinion though :)

    i'm not crazy about any that i've tried but what is the solution to having a healthy snack, that doesn't need refrigeration, is very transportable and easy to eat on the go? If there's a better solution, i'm all ears :)
  • pannacottayum
    pannacottayum Posts: 96 Member
    thanks for the replies! looks like protein is the winner here.
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