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Economic Times
a day ago
- Health
- Economic Times
Experts reveal 8 healthy protein bars you will actually want to eat
Protein bars, often marketed as healthy snacks, can be deceptive due to high sugar, unhealthy fats, and artificial ingredients. Experts recommend choosing bars with 10-20g of protein from sources like whey or soy, 3-5g of fiber, and whole food ingredients. Brands like Aloha, TRUBAR, and RXBAR are highlighted as healthier options. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads What to avoid in protein bars? Examples of fake sugars to avoid Sugar alcohols: erythritol, maltitol, xylitol, sorbitol Artificial sweeteners: sucralose, aspartame, saccharin, acesulfame potassium Natural sweeteners, even though they sound healthy: stevia, monk fruit, allulose Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads 8 Healthy Protein Bars Experts Recommend 14g protein, up to 10g fiber Made with simple stuff like oats, nuts, and chocolate chips Plant-based and 21 fun flavors 12g protein, up to 14g fiber Low added sugar, no fake sweeteners Uses almonds, coconut, plant protein 12g protein, 4–6g fiber Made with just dates, egg whites, and nuts Sugar comes from fruit, not added junk Minis are also available with less sugar 16g protein, high fiber, low or no added sugar Uses grass-fed milk protein, dates, nuts Only 12 ingredients per bar Even comes in plastic-free packaging 10–12g protein, 2–3g fiber Vegan, gluten-free Made with almond butter, oats, plant proteins A bit more sugar (7–13g) but has a good balance Try 'Celestial Delight' with white chocolate & macadamia 12g protein Main ingredient is pumpkin seeds! Also has fruits, seeds, and dark chocolate Allergy-friendly: no nuts, gluten, soy, eggs, wheat Savory, not sweet — made with meat like bison, beef, pork Paleo-friendly 7–13g protein, low sugar and fat Watch out: some flavors have high sodium Recommended: Bison Bacon Cranberry, Beef plus Apple Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Created by pro athletes 10g protein, 3g fiber, 2–6g added sugar Vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free Flavors: 'Apple Cinnawin' & 'Peanut Chocolate Champ' FAQs Protein bars are advertised as quick and healthy snacks packed with protein, vitamins, and fiber. But not all bars are good — some are full of sugar, fat, and fake much added sugar, look for little sugar from dates or honey, especially if you work out. Sugar should not constitute more than half of the total carbs of a food item. However, artificial sweeteners and other sorry excuses for sugar should also be avoided. They might increase risk of heart disease and Type 2 diabetes, as stated by San Diego Union Tribune to look for in a good protein bar? Protein from good sources like egg whites, whey, or casein, for non-vegans and soy and pea protein, for vegans.10–20g protein per bar is ideal. Fiber is important to keep you full and help your gut. Look for 3–5g of fiber, or more! Whole food ingredients like oats, seeds, dates, nuts, and egg whites are best. Avoid bars with names you can't pronounce, as stated in the report by San Diego Union to get your protein from real foods like Greek yogurt, eggs, or turkey when you can. But if you're in a rush, protein bars are way better than chips or candy, as mentioned in the report by San Diego Union are healthy, but many have too much sugar or fake stuff. Always check least 10g protein, whole food ingredients, low added sugar, and 3–5g fiber.
Time of India
a day ago
- Health
- Time of India
Experts reveal 8 healthy protein bars you will actually want to eat
What to avoid in protein bars? Examples of fake sugars to avoid Sugar alcohols: erythritol, maltitol, xylitol, sorbitol Artificial sweeteners: sucralose, aspartame, saccharin, acesulfame potassium Natural sweeteners, even though they sound healthy: stevia, monk fruit, allulose Live Events 8 Healthy Protein Bars Experts Recommend 14g protein, up to 10g fiber Made with simple stuff like oats, nuts, and chocolate chips Plant-based and 21 fun flavors 12g protein, up to 14g fiber Low added sugar, no fake sweeteners Uses almonds, coconut, plant protein 12g protein, 4–6g fiber Made with just dates, egg whites, and nuts Sugar comes from fruit, not added junk Minis are also available with less sugar 16g protein, high fiber, low or no added sugar Uses grass-fed milk protein, dates, nuts Only 12 ingredients per bar Even comes in plastic-free packaging 10–12g protein, 2–3g fiber Vegan, gluten-free Made with almond butter, oats, plant proteins A bit more sugar (7–13g) but has a good balance Try 'Celestial Delight' with white chocolate & macadamia 12g protein Main ingredient is pumpkin seeds! Also has fruits, seeds, and dark chocolate Allergy-friendly: no nuts, gluten, soy, eggs, wheat Savory, not sweet — made with meat like bison, beef, pork Paleo-friendly 7–13g protein, low sugar and fat Watch out: some flavors have high sodium Recommended: Bison Bacon Cranberry, Beef plus Apple Created by pro athletes 10g protein, 3g fiber, 2–6g added sugar Vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free Flavors: 'Apple Cinnawin' & 'Peanut Chocolate Champ' FAQs (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Protein bars are advertised as quick and healthy snacks packed with protein, vitamins, and fiber. But not all bars are good — some are full of sugar, fat, and fake much added sugar, look for little sugar from dates or honey, especially if you work out. Sugar should not constitute more than half of the total carbs of a food item. However, artificial sweeteners and other sorry excuses for sugar should also be avoided. They might increase risk of heart disease and Type 2 diabetes, as stated by San Diego Union Tribune to look for in a good protein bar? Protein from good sources like egg whites, whey, or casein, for non-vegans and soy and pea protein, for vegans.10–20g protein per bar is ideal. Fiber is important to keep you full and help your gut. Look for 3–5g of fiber, or more! Whole food ingredients like oats, seeds, dates, nuts, and egg whites are best. Avoid bars with names you can't pronounce, as stated in the report by San Diego Union to get your protein from real foods like Greek yogurt, eggs, or turkey when you can. But if you're in a rush, protein bars are way better than chips or candy, as mentioned in the report by San Diego Union are healthy, but many have too much sugar or fake stuff. Always check least 10g protein, whole food ingredients, low added sugar, and 3–5g fiber.
