Protein Bars

[ShouldBlittler 89]

I had an appointment with my nutritionist yesterday. I told her that I was planning on having a Protein Bar for Breakfast every morning. She told me that instead she would have a Greek yogurt. To me, the Protein Bars are way less in carbs, and high in Protein. Does anyone use protein bars? What's your thought about my nutritionist's advice?

[skym34 12]

I've been eating Protein bars to get extra Protein because I find it impossible to get 60 grams in one day. I do no use protein powder! Every kind I tried had a smell that I couldnt get past. Anyway, it takes me literally all day to get down one Quest Protein Bar. I also planned on eating one for Breakfast until I realized how long it took me to eat one!

I sure wish I liked Greek yogurt because that seems to be a staple for a lot of people. Ugh! It has such a strong aftertaste. Yuck.

[O.T.R. sleever 3,386]

I've been eating Protein bars to get extra Protein because I find it impossible to get 60 grams in one day. I do no use protein powder! Every kind I tried had a smell that I couldnt get past. Anyway' date=' it takes me literally all day to get down one Quest Protein Bar. I also planned on eating one for breakfast until I realized how long it took me to eat one!

I sure wish I liked Greek yogurt because that seems to be a staple for a lot of people. Ugh! It has such a strong aftertaste. Yuck.[/quote']

You might want to try Chike Meal Replacement shakes. So far I've tried the banana & the chocolate, they haven had that "whey protien" smell. The banana kinda smelled & tasted like banana pudding.

As far as protien bars, my experience is that they seem to be pretty high calorie for the amount of protien. I have a few I use, but I don't think I'd make it a daily thing.

[Gastricsleeve4me 186]

I'd be interested to know what Protein Bars people are using. Not looking for it to be a staple, but would like to have it as an option at times when I'm on the go. Looking for a decent amt of Protein without a gazillion carbs. Prefer no more than 200 calories.

[O.T.R. sleever 3,386]

The latest for me is the premier protien. They are a bit high on calories (about 280-290) but they also have 30 grams of protien. Not a bad idea to break these in half.

[Almostthere34 128]

I am glad I am not the only one disgusted by the smell of whey. I am also looking for a Protein bar so it will be interesting to hear the responses. I currently drink Premier Protein premade. I cannot do the powder either. This alone eliminated the nectar Proteins.< /p>

[ereneeh 77]

I eat a Protein bar almost every day for breakfast. Working full time, it's an easy way to get my protein in. Also easiest thing for me to have on the run. I eat several different brands, but only buy ones that have at least 18 gr protein. I also put a half scoop of choc. Protein Powder in my coffee and blend with a beverage frother. Gets me about 30-40 grams of protein for the morning. Has worked for me.

[jaymzee 79]

I just made my first batch of homemade Protein bars! You can make them small and they are great.

[Almostthere34 128]

I just made my first batch of homemade Protein bars! You can make them small and they are great.

Can you share the recipe?

[jaymzee 79]

2 cups of instant oats, 4 scoops of Protein powder of your choice, half a cup of Peanut Butter. && add Water to mixx it up to a sticky consistency. Spread it out and refrigerate for a few then cut into pieces.

[Happy Camper 266]

Jaymzee, thanks what do you think calories are for each bar? Carbs? Appreciate your recipe

[jaymzee 79]

I think the calories are about 230 and the Protein is about 18 per bar. I don't know the carbs though because I'm not really counting them. Sorry.

[Happy Camper 266]

I think the calories are about 230 and the Protein is about 18 per bar. I don't know the carbs though because I'm not really counting them. Sorry.

All good, thanks for sharing. I think I will try them this week. Currently only using premiere and would like a change

[HotRod67 1]

I like the "Think Thin" Protein bars found at Kroger grocery near the organic/natural foods. The Brownie Crunch has 230 Cals/8 Fat/25 carb/0 sugar/20 protein. I think our store carries 3 different varieties. One is Peanut Butter but can't think of other. I keep them in my purse for those "times" that I need some protein and have nothing else with me.

[tiffers 55]

I eat the Atkins bars. The "meal" ones have higher Protein. But they are all low carb and low sugar. Not sure about the calories. I'm more than a year post op so I can eat whole one in a 30 min span if I pace myself.