Hi friends! Today I want share with you all a delicious and healthy power bar recipe as well as clear up some confusion on what bars are “healthy” or not and how you can figure that out by just reading the label! Many people are under the impression that if they pick a “power” bar or “energy” bar that it is a healthy choice. I often see this paired with a energy drink as a persons meal. Don’t be one of these people!
The unfortunate truth about these health bars are that they are NOT so health bars. Many claim to give you clean, long lasting energy but all they consist of is sugar and fat. So many of these brands claim to be nutritious but when you read their labels it is a completely different story. So many are filled with ingredients I can’t even pronounce! We tend to gravitate towards these bars for conveience and the fact that we have been under the impression that they are a healthy grab and go snack. Regardless of what kind of bar you buy, eating a well balanced meal will always be the best option if you have the time.
A few things that you should keep in mind while picking out the right power or protein bar:
- Stay away from bars that exceed over 220 calories unless they are very high in protein.
- Check how much fat there is. Pick a bar that is lower in fat. If it is under 10g of fat then you are in the clear. If your bar contains nuts then the fat content might be higher but that is the only exception.
- Check the sugar content. Try to keep it on the lower end. Aim to stay under 15g.
- Check the protein content. Of the three macros this one is the most important when trying to maintain a lean physique. I normally don’t buy a bar unless is has at least 10g of protein in it.
Power bars are meant to fuel you up. It is best to eat them if you are going to workout or before any high intensity activity. If you don’t use these calories, they will go to waste and will lead to weight gain.
That being said, HERE is the recipe for some homemade, no sugar added, real power, high protein bars.
