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When you aren’t getting enough protein in your diet, it can lead to feeling drained and too tired to take on your work week. As a quick fix, many people reach for a protein bar. While these little energy bars can be a great diet substitute, it’s important to know that not all protein bars are good for you.
Protein is an essential part of your diet–not only does protein give you energy, but it also builds muscle, stabilize your metabolic rate, and hormonal health.
While you’re browsing the aisles of your local grocery store for new protein bars to snack on, it’s crucial to know what to look for. A good rule of thumb is to only eat natural foods.
These protein bars only contain natural ingredients, nothing processed, so you know they’re healthy for you. Just remember, always read the ingredients.
The Best Natural Protein Bars
KIND Protein Double Dark Chocolate Nut Nutrition Bars ($6.39)
Nutritional Info: 250 Calories, 17g Total Fat, 0g Trans Fat, 17g Carbs, 5g Fiber, 8g Sugar, 12g Protein
Ingredients: Peanuts, Almonds, Soy Protein, Honey, Sugar, Unsweetened Chocolate, Cocoa Powder, Vanilla Extract, Salt, Cocoa Butter
RXBAR Whole Food Protein Bar, Variety Pack ($24.80)
Nutritional Info: No added sugar, no gluten, no soy, no dairy, no GMO, no B.S. 12g of egg white protein, ~4g of fiber, 200-210 calories.
Ingredients: Egg Whites, Dates, Almonds, Cashews, Cacao, Cocoa, Chocolate, Sea Salt, Natural Chocolate Flavor, Peanuts, Natural Peanut Flavor, Natural Vanilla Flavor, Blueberries, Natural Blueberry Flavor, Coconut, Cranberries, Raspberries, Strawberries, Natural Raspberry Flavor, Natural Strawberry Flavor, Natural Flavors
Thrive by GoMacro Ancient Seeds Superfood Nut Bar, Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip ($28.62)
Nutritional Info: 12g Total Fat, 0g Trans Fat, 10 mg Sodium, 3g Fiber, 19g Carbs, 5g Protein, 6g Sugar, 190 Calories
Ingredients: Organic Peanuts, Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Organic Ancient Seed Blend (Organic Hemp Hearts, Organic Sprouted Flax, Organic Puffed Quinoa), Organic Sprouted Brown Rice Protein, Organic Peanut Butter Chips (Organic Peanut Flour, Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Cocoa Butter, Salt), Organic Peanut Butter, Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Dried Brown Rice Syrup, Organic Cacao Powder, Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Natural Vanilla Flavor, Sea Salt.
Health Warrior Chia Bars, Banana Nut, Gluten Free, Vegan ($15.19)
Nutritional Info: 100-110 Calories, 4g Sugar, 3g Protein, 4g Fiber
Ingredients: White Chia Seeds, Brown Rice Syrup, Cashew Butter, Rolled Oats, Dried Bananas (with Organic Rice Flour), Organic Agave Syrup, Organic Brown Rice Crisps (Organic Brown Rice, Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Sea Salt), Arabic Gum, Almonds, Freeze-Dried Bananas, Natural Flavor, Sea Salt, Mixed Tocopherols (Natural Vitamin E), Ground Cinnamon.
