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MajorCaptSilly 07-31-2009 05:54 PM

Looking for a good protein bar
 
In my efforts to lose weight, I've substituted breakfast and lunch with protein bars bought at the grocery store. My favorite had 23g protein and was a strawberry cheescake flavor. I can't remember the name of it and it was almost 4 bucks! I'm looking for a good, online source to buy some of these in bulk to save some money. What's your favorite and where do you get them?

Thanks!

MCS

AD720 07-31-2009 06:02 PM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
Watch out, most of those protien bars are packed with sugar.

I like the Think Thin bars:

http://www.thinkproducts.com/thin-bars.php

They are high in protein, taste good and are sugar free (sugar alcohol only).


OH and as for where - I get them at Wegmans. They come in well under $2 each.

They are around $16 for 10 at Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/thinkThin-Chun.../dp/B000CRHQN0

The PB is really good, as is the Chocolate Fudge.

icehog3 08-01-2009 12:11 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
Most protein bars are crap Scott...owner of the supplement store by my house (he is a nutritionalist and a chemist) said you would be better off eating a bratwurst.

I know I usually crack wise, but this is serious. Most of the stuff, even the high end stuff, is complete garbage.

SchizoFilly 08-01-2009 12:15 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
http://www.allstarhealth.com/f/world..._campaign=3453

This may be the one you are talking about. I would also recommend some of the shakes. Syntha 6 has been good so far.

One note on ordering online....it's summer and most have some kind of coating that will melt

MarkinAZ 08-01-2009 12:25 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
I do not eat protein bars myself and one should do some researching on the ingrediants. This is a place that I usually purchase my vitamins and supplements through online. Some of the products have an ingrediants listing to peruse as well:


http://www.vitaminshoppe.com/

Rabidsquirrel 08-01-2009 06:53 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
If I have a protein bar I almost can't stand to be around myself. And don't even think of creating a spark. :)

captain53 08-01-2009 07:08 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
I have done protein diets with success and found that some protein drinks availble are pretty good but you got to read the labels, most of them have a huge carb count too. Some of the specialty stores (vitamin shop mentioned above is probably the best one) have the better ones. I have read the labels of many protein bars and never have found any that were high prtein without being high in carbs in addition to not being to tasty.

BamBam 08-01-2009 07:08 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
My go to is Pure Protein Bars. 20g Protein, 180 calories and low sugar. I get em at Walmart for 6 something dollars for 6.

MajorCaptSilly 08-01-2009 10:22 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
Some great responses here. As always, thanks for the help. CA is a great resource for life as well as cigars.

MCS

Starscream 08-01-2009 10:52 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
I would take the advice against the protein bars as well. I love a good protein shake for breakfast or after a workout (just get some protein/whey powder at your local supplement retailer).

Genetic Defect 08-01-2009 10:55 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
the best protein bar is one you make yourself.

ucla695 08-01-2009 10:56 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by BamBam (Post 489723)
My go to is Pure Protein Bars. 20g Protein, 180 calories and low sugar. I get em at Walmart for 6 something dollars for 6.

I love these!! Because of food allergies, I haven't had one in years, but I used to eat these all the time when I worked out. :tu

Starscream 08-01-2009 10:59 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by MajorCaptSilly (Post 489248)
. My favorite had 23g protein and was a strawberry cheescake flavor. I can't remember the name of it and it was almost 4 bucks!
MCS

That sounds almost like a Slim Fast bar. They had a strawberry cheesecake flavor that was very tasty.

RGD. 08-01-2009 11:21 AM

Re: Looking for a good protein bar
 
I HAVE to intake protein daily through some form of supplement since my surgery. This is for the rest of my life. As others have noted - stay away from the majority of protein bars - sugar coated junk marketed as health food. I asked this same question you are a little over 2 1/2 years ago - got the same answers - but found out for myself anyway.

If you must - I suggest you use a company such as this one (I used them, great service and products):

Bariatric Advantage

My suggestion to you would be to find a high quality protein shake that you like. I prefer ON Whey in the double chocolate mixed with low fat (2%) milk. I normally buy the large tubs - but also buy pre-mixed if I know I need to carry with me. The stuff mixes quickly with just a shaker cup - no blender needed.

And lastly - instead of looking to the protein bars to substitute for your breakfast and lunch - look to change your menu, what you are eating. You will do much better simply by changing the diet, go to more smaller meals each day and feel fuller longer. Better for your health.

Good luck!


Ron


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