Fiber One Brownies.....?

EthanJeremiahsMama
EthanJeremiahsMama Posts: 534 Member
edited October 2 in Food and Nutrition
I've seen alot of people on MFP post about fiber one brownies being a great snack..? They sound delicious & I was wondering.. is this actually okay as far as health wise? Are they high in sugar? I was thinking of purchasing a box today!
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  • k4evans1
    k4evans1 Posts: 145 Member
    Well for me, it's hard to eat only one since they don't taste super sweet. Eating more than one Fiber One thing is NOT a good idea ;)
  • samihainsworth
    samihainsworth Posts: 16
    I have them too, in the peanut butter. I think they're a good portion size. They're very tasty, especially with a small glass of milk, but I was also wondering if they're bad or not as well.
  • RollinDawg
    RollinDawg Posts: 235 Member
    They're pretty good if you need a quick chocolate fix.
  • mrscourter2010
    mrscourter2010 Posts: 22
    Love them...like the regular bars too
  • Moonbeamlissie
    Moonbeamlissie Posts: 504 Member
    I don't know about how healthy they are but... I have found I think they taste ok...but I don't think the taste is worth the price. I won't buy them.
  • boobookittyx
    boobookittyx Posts: 35
    Any snack that is a bite size like that (in my eyes lol) I rather have a bigger snack with the same amount of cals!
  • killagb
    killagb Posts: 3,280 Member
    Well for me, it's hard to eat only one since they don't taste super sweet. Eating more than one Fiber One thing is NOT a good idea ;)

    It's only 5 grams of fiber per brownie....if that gives you the runs, you probably are eating far too little fiber.
  • macpatti
    macpatti Posts: 4,280 Member
    I really like them. Not sure about health benefits, but it cures my sweet tooth and only costs me 80 calories (and I need more fiber in my diet anyway).
  • bjenny12345
    bjenny12345 Posts: 118 Member
    They should call them Fart Brownies! LOL:laugh: I can hardly tolerate anything Fiber One makes, and I eat a TON of fiber (I usually go over my fiber goal every day!), they still rip my guts up!
  • killagb
    killagb Posts: 3,280 Member
    The main point of them is to get extra fiber, not much other reason.
  • LizzyMariee
    LizzyMariee Posts: 16
    I like them. I use to eat one for breakfast with a smoothie, and they actually kept me full until lunch.
  • kellyscomeback
    kellyscomeback Posts: 1,369 Member
    I love them for dessert!
  • puppywalker
    puppywalker Posts: 109 Member
    They only have 8 grams of sugar. I love them! I wanted to buy a box at the grocery store on Sunday (ok, two boxes actually), and the shelf was completely empty. They are great for a chocolate fix.
  • flutatious1
    flutatious1 Posts: 120 Member
    OMG they are the MOST AMAZING THING!!!!!!
    However, I did find that when I ate them, I was constantly craving more chocolate. I'm glad that I haven't seen them in the store lately!
  • lkwalker71
    lkwalker71 Posts: 131 Member
    I like them. I get both the chocolate and the peanut butter and it is a great chocolate fix for me as well.
  • lor007
    lor007 Posts: 884 Member
    I would rather have a homemade brownie, those things are tiny and not nearly as tasty. If you need more fiber or enjoy miniature brownies then go for it.
  • SlwNStdy
    SlwNStdy Posts: 49
    Great chocolate fix with milk curbs my craving
  • lazatin
    lazatin Posts: 452 Member
    I think they taste horrible!:embarassed: they taste like coffee to me which I do not like! I have a whole box in the cupboard just sitting there. If you want something that taste good Keebler fudge shopper mini brownies are very good for 100 calories, 4 fat, 60 sodium, and 7 sugar. They actually tste like a brownie:)
  • 3ricaAnn
    3ricaAnn Posts: 288
    I eat them everyday and try to eat the cereal too. For m it helps me lose weight fatser. It is sweet enough for me bc I don't really eat sweets. I don't understand why you would think they are bad for you. Fiber helps you stay full.They are not high in sugar or anything else. I can eat like i normally do and eat both the brownies and the cereal and not go over my sugar for they day but just hit my fiber or I might go a few over but it has not hurt me any. This might be tmi but it is normal to go up to 3 times a day and letting it sit in your intestines can weigh up to 14 pounds if you arent regular.
  • julsofdenial
    julsofdenial Posts: 225 Member
    I keep them at work so when someone brings in something that could be much worse, I have one. Or just if I really need a treat. Are they the greatest brownie ever? No, but they do satisfy something in me.

    Only 90 cals, 3 grams of fat, 100mgs of sodium and 8 grams of sugar with 20% of daily fiber so I don't think they are too bad once in a while.
  • oceanbreeze22
    oceanbreeze22 Posts: 83 Member
    They are very good! And great if you just need something chocolate.
  • killagb
    killagb Posts: 3,280 Member
    I eat them everyday and try to eat the cereal too. For m it helps me lose weight fatser. It is sweet enough for me bc I don't really eat sweets. I don't understand why you would think they are bad for you. They are not high in sugar or anything else. I can eat like i normally do and eat both the brownies and the cereal and not go over my sugar for they day but just hit my fiber or I might go a few over but it has not hurt me any. This might be tmi but it is normal to go up to 3 times a day and letting it sit in your intestines can weigh up to 14 pounds if you arent regular.

    Going over your fiber for the day is a GOOD thing. Assuming you're not getting over 60g or something wild like that. Same thing with protein.
  • TressaBarron
    TressaBarron Posts: 87
    Here's the nutrition info:
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    Looks like a lot of high fructose corn syrup. I'd avoid them... The ingredient list is so over involved... eh. I buy these:

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    Only 50 calories for 1 individual piece. Delish! to be fair, here's the nutrition info for the chocolate:

    INGREDIENTS: BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE (CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, UNBLEACHED WATER-FILTERED BEET SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, SOY LECITHIN, VANILLA).

    ALLERGENS: CONTAINS SOY. PRODUCED ON EQUIPMENT THAT ALSO PROCESSES PRODUCT CONTAINING MILK, PEANUTS AND TREE NUTS.

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  • killagb
    killagb Posts: 3,280 Member
    Here's the nutrition info:
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    Looks like a lot of high fructose corn syrup. I'd avoid them... The ingredient list is so over involved... eh. I buy these:

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    Only 50 calories for 1 individual piece. Delish!

    You didn't even look up the right product, fail. They are brownies, not a bar.
  • psmd
    psmd Posts: 764 Member
    The only thing about ALL Fiber One products is that the #1 ingredient is "chicory root extract" which is where the fiber comes from. Meaning they are not naturally high in fiber, it is added. It's kind of like taking a fiber supplement, and it is not bad for you, but it's not as good as natural fiber from fruits, veggies, grains, etc.

    Also anything with "fructose" in it is code for HFCS (high fructose corn syrup) which is processed differently in your body than plain old sugar, and there's some evidence it is associated with obesity because of the way it is stored in your body.

    Just some thoughts...I used to eat all the FIber One stuff until I learned all this.
  • TressaBarron
    TressaBarron Posts: 87
    Oops... No big deal:

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  • TressaBarron
    TressaBarron Posts: 87
    The only thing about ALL Fiber One products is that the #1 ingredient is "chicory root extract" which is where the fiber comes from. Meaning they are not naturally high in fiber, it is added. It's kind of like taking a fiber supplement, and it is not bad for you, but it's not as good as natural fiber from fruits, veggies, grains, etc.

    Also anything with "fructose" in it is code for HFCS (high fructose corn syrup) which is processed differently in your body than plain old sugar, and there's some evidence it is associated with obesity because of the way it is stored in your body.

    Just some thoughts...I used to eat all the FIber One stuff until I learned all this.

    ^Agreed. And this was my point. Still HFCS in here... Got the right pic.
  • stevwil41
    stevwil41 Posts: 608 Member
    I love them. They satisfy my chocolate craving and I don't feel guilty at all eating them.
  • sarahbetherck
    sarahbetherck Posts: 270 Member
    I prefer a real brownie, there is a super yummy recipe for salted caramel brownies from Cooking Light. I will save up or work extra hard for one of those!:love:
  • zapatasbloodjv
    zapatasbloodjv Posts: 50
    nothing wrong with them, if u r into the whole "only natural foods" kick than keep it moving.

    I eat the brownies and bars from time to time - they have lots of fiber and taste great.
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