So, I know Protein bars if eaten as a Meal Replacement, are probably great but given their calorie content is comparable to a candy bar and some taste like candy bars (oh yeah brand), I could see where these are just added calories in the day.

I just bought a bunch of types to try for traveling (which I still hope they will serve their purpose and eliminate meals out) but I find I want them as a dessert and tat is not their intended use.

What are your thoughts- are Protein Bars friend or foe?

I don't subtract the carbs from fiber...

( I suck at math)

Net carbs should be trade marked by Atkins. It is a fallacy. A carbohydrate is not invalidated by fiber as most fiber is water soluble and is not absorbed like a carb is.

Cinnamon Roll - 24g (17g fiber)

Apple Pie - 24g (18g fiber)

strawberry Cheesecake - 25g (17g fiber)

(There are several other flavors, these are the ones I bought today)

As I understand it, if you subtract the fiber from the carbs you end up with net carbs which in each of these cases is pretty acceptable.

If the concept of net carbs is hooey, then yeah the carbs are ridiculous!

Thank you. I do think that when you subtract the fiber you get a better, more accurate carb count. I will definately try these. Cinnamon roll--mmmm- making my mouth water! LOL

Quest bars = crack habit at its best!!

Did I mention I will be buying stock in these??

It's like the cigarette industry, they hook a couple of new people everyday!

Nut recommends Pure protein, proti diet, or south Beach! I have either a shake or a protein bar nearly every day.as I have upped my protein.

If I'm having a hard time with the shakes should I try the bars?

If I'm having a hard time with the shakes should I try the bars?

Protein bars are best not eaten until you are cleared for all foods...

The 12 pack boxes of Quest bars are buy 2 get one free at GNC right now.

I have a protein bar for breakfast several times a week. I haven't noticed that they've slowed my weight loss at all. My doctor never recommended for me to count carbs, so I don't. In the future, if my weight loss slows or stalls, I may re-think this approach

Oh. My Walgreens has the Zone Perfect bars and a few other brands on sale 5 for $5.00 right now.

My nut is ok with them as long as they meet the following criteria:

Less than 15gms of carbs

Less than 200 calories

At least 15gms of Protein.

Zone bars and the other candy bar type Protein Bars don't meet her standards.

Btw- I only eat them when I am traveling and can't get to other food.

Protein bars are definitely my foe. I can't stop eating them if they are in the house, and nutritionally I don't think they are great.

I adore Quest bars but have to keep them out of the house for the reasons above. Also, I know some people are suspicious about the nutrition "facts" for Quest being entirely accurate. People who are diabetic/insulin resistant have reported crazy blood sugar elevation after eating them, which should not happen if the label is accurate (Google "Quest bars blood sugar" or similar to see what I mean).

I think it all depends one which Protein bars you are eating. As others have mentioned, the Quest bars are pretty dang awesome. They aren't full of crap fillers and you get a lot of protein for the calories. I still have a shake for breakfast every morning (around 40 grams of protein) and may have a snack at some point during that day that involves a Quest protein bar (20 grams of protein). The cookie dough or brownie flavors are amazing when microwaved for about 12 seconds. I'd much rather have one of these than, say, a Dairy Queen ice cream cone or some other higher calorie treat. Just KNOWING that I'm getting all that protein goodness in a tasty treat..... yum!

But there are other protein bars out there that have almost as much calories and half the protein (Luna protein bars). They don't necessarily taste like candy bars, but since the protein isn't as good, I no longer get these unless I REALLY need a snack and that is the only thing available.

I also like the Pure Protein bars (some, anyhow, like the S'mores flavor). Higher in protein than the Luna and the calories aren't bad.

Detour protein bars taste more like a candy bar. They are okay in a pinch, but they have sort of a nasty "inhale" taste. You know, like when you breathe in through your mouth while eating one of these. (I think the Pure protein bars have this too.)

To be honest, I don't track sugar, carbs, or fat. Total daily calories and protein are what I care about. (I have never had diabetes.) I'm into the "keep it simple sweetie" mode of tracking. I do use My Fitness Pal and it DOES track those other things, but I don't consciously say "Whoa, nope, not going to eat that because it has xx carbs. I might say "Whoa, no protein and 200 calories? No... I don't think so."

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The 12 pack boxes of Quest bars are buy 2 get one free at GNC right now.

Just wondering if you have tried the Quest Pasta? I saw it on their site & wondered if it was any good?