I have not been eating protein bars yet, but decided to give it a try for convenience. Typically I have been eating straight protein like chicken sausage and protein shakes for snack. So I wandered over to my bariatric pantry to check out the offerings. There are so many different kinds! Pre-op I was mostly a caramel type person, but don't know if the same is true post-op. I want to shoot for high protein ( at least 25 g), low fat and low carb with a reasonable amount of calories. I am not sure if 250 calories is too much ( given general protein gram to calories) conversion). I try and eat very cleanly throughout the day because I am still honeymooning the sleeve at 3 months. Is there a good variety sample pack to try out some different ones.

I like the Think Thin bars with the nuts so that's where the carbs come from. Can't speak for the other flavors as these are the only ones I buy of that brand. I also like the Quest and Atkins bars. I think the important thing here is moderation just as it is with everything.

Where do all the carbs come from? And if they are sugar alcohols' date=' why are these bad for sleevers, but not bad for people on, say, the akins diet? I am just curious about it.[/quote']

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 Bar (60 g)

Servings Per Container 10

Amount Per Serving

Calories 230

Calories from Fat 70

% Daily Value

Total Fat 8g 12%

Saturated Fat 3g 15%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 5mg 2%

Sodium 180mg 8%

Total Carbohydrate 25g 8%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Sugars 0g

Sugar Alcohol 12g

Other Carbohydrate 10g

Protein 20g

Vitamin A 0%

Vitamin C 0%

Calcium 3%

Iron 8%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Ingredients: Protein Blend (whey Protein Isolate, Calcium Caseinate, Soy Protein Isolate), Glycerin, Maltitol, Coating (Maltitol, Cocoa Butter, chocolate Liquor, Sodium Caseinate, Milk Fat, Soy Lecithin, Natural Flavors, Salt), Almonds, Water, Canola Oil, Chocolate Liquor, Cocoa powder, Soy Lecithin, Natural Flavors, Sea Salt.

I am betting from the cocoa butter, almonds, & soy lecithin.

I have to say these are all complex carbs. If I were going to have a carb rich diet these would be the type I'd want.

When I use Protein bars I use Premier Nutrition Protein®. 30g protein and 270cal.

Protein Bars shouldn't become a daily habit unless you are very active. But I do keep a few handy to keep from missing meals.

I agree!! So good!! costco has a variety pack, which is especially great if you like peanutbutter.

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Thanks for the info. I'll check out the different suggestions.