Comparing Nutrition Facts of Protein Bars: The Top 4
What should you look for on the label?
Not all bars are created equally and some nutrition bars are actually packed with sugar, carbohydrates, and empty calories. If you’re working out or dieting, using bars to replace meals or for pre or post workout supplements can really be convenient and effective.
When comparing nutrition facts of protein bars just remember to check the label and look for a bar that is high in protein and low to moderate in carbs and sugars. Here is a list of the top four protein bars. They were chosen for their high protein content, at least 30g and they range in moderate to no sugar content.
Detour Deluxe Whey Protein Energy Bar
Price $2.40/bar
Calories: 310 Fat Calories: 90 Total Fat: 10 g Sat. Fat: 4 g Sodium: 480 mg Total Carbs: 25 g Dietary Fiber: 3 g Sugars: 12 g Protein: 30 g
This bar boasts a candy bar flavor and 30gs of protein in each bar. Add to that the fact that each bar only contains 12gs of sugar the Detour Deluxe bar gives you a moderately sweetened nutritional bar with loads of protein. Many people agree that the flavor and texture are exceptional, especially with so much protein.
MET-Rx Protein Plus Protein Bar
Price $2.59/bar
Calories: 320 Fat Calories: 80 Total Fat: 9g Sat. Fat: 6g Sodium: 260mg Total Carbs: 32 g Dietary Fiber: 2 g Sugars: 2 g Protein: 32g
For a few extra calories the Met Rx bar provides more protein and significantly less sugar than the Detour bar. This bar is average tasting and it is recommended that you eat it with a drink due to its chewy texture. For diabetics and hypoglycemics especially, bars that are low like this are a great choice because of the low sugar content. Overall this bar packs a lot of protein without the added sugar.
Pure Protein Bar by Worldwide Sport
Price $2.08/bar
Calories: 270 Fat Calories: 70 Total Fat: 8g Sat. Fat: 4.5g Sodium: 270mg Total Carbs: 29 g Dietary Fiber: 1 g Sugars: 1 g Protein: 32g
With fewer calories, fat, and sugar than the detour bar and Met Rx bars, the Pure Protein Bar from Worldwide Sports packs 32g of protein making it a great low sugar, low calorie alternative. The bar is coated in real chocolate and I couldn’t find a review where the flavor was criticized. This bar makes a great pre or post workout snack as well as making an excellent meal replacement bar. This bar was found to be the best tasting bar on the list.
Solid Protein Bar by Nature’s Best
Price $2.24/bar
Calories: 290 Fat Calories: 70 Total Fat: 7g Sat. Fat: 4g Sodium: 70mg Total Carbs: 8 g Dietary Fiber: 1 g Sugars: 0 g Protein: 30g
With only a few extra calories, no sugar, and only 8g of carbohydrates the Solid Protein bar packs so much protein into their bars, there isn’t much room for anything else. With 30g of what they call 100% pure protein this bar contains a mixture of whey protein, soy protein isolate and milk protein isolate and skips using fillers like collagen and gelatin. Although the bar is coated in real chocolate reviews of the taste are not exceptionally favorable although it isn’t entirely inedible.
All of these bars are over $2 a bar on average putting them on the high end of the price scale and I found the best prices online buying whole sale. I would suggest buying one or two bars at your local retailer to try which bars you like best. Look around for new flavors and new bars to try, just be sure to check the label. Compare calories and protein content to make sure you’re not taking in empty calories and jeopardizing your progress.
After comparing nutrition facts of protein bars try a few brands to find the bar that tastes best to you. Diet food shouldn’t be hard to swallow. Buy one or two bars to try and keep looking.
Please leave a comment sharing your favorite if it didn’t make the list.
References:
Detour Deluxe Whey Protein Energy Bar, https://www.drugstore.com/qxp81269_333181_sespider/detour/detour_deluxe_whey_protein_energy_bar_caramel_peanut.htm
MET-Rx Protein Plus Protein Bar, https://www.thedailyplate.com/nutrition-calories/food/generic/met-rx-protein-plus-protein-bar
Worldwide Sport Nutrition Pure Protein Bar Chewy Chocolate Chip, https://www.healthsuperstore.com/p-worldwide-sport-pure-protein-bar.htm
Nature’s Best Solid Protein Bars, https://www.bodybuilding-supplements-for-you.com/natures-best/solid-protein-bars.htm