I recently decided that 2024 is the year I’m going to focus onincreasing my protein intake.
But eating enough protein-rich foods can be somewhat challenging.
There are multiple reasons I want to increase my protein intake.
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For these reasons, I’ve been on the hunt for more convenient ways of getting enough protein.
What instantly comes to mind are products like protein powders, shakes, and bars.
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That’s why I volunteered to test 11 popular protein bars and report back on how they stack up.
Others…not so much.
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Some just do a much better job of hiding it.
This one has 20 grams of protein and only 1 gram of sugar, which I also really appreciated.
I loved the flavor and texture of this one so much that I’d absolutely purchase it again.
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I really enjoyed the flavor of the macadamia combined with the white chocolate drizzle.
I would rather opt for a protein smoothie or shake instead.
Overall, I enjoyed this bar a lot.
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I grabbed theirCookies & Cream Barand immediately liked what I saw on the nutrition label.
Not bad at all!
The problem was that the actual taste of the bar was a bit mediocre.
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But it was a tad too chewy and chalky for me, and a bit dry overall.
But I’d rather buy something with less added sugar to get some extra protein.
It really depends on your own health goals and what you’re looking for in a protein bar.
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I think it wanted to resemble a Thin Mint, but it just wasn’t working for me.
This is why I was intrigued by thePure Protein Birthday Cake Bar.
This bar has a chewy texture and is covered in a white frosting and sprinkles.
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At first bite, it tasted OK, and I did get a hint of birthday cake.
and my nearest bodega keeps it in stock.
But even though it would be convenient, I don’t think I’ll be purchasing this one again.
Samantha Boesch
It was very dry and chalky, and had almost no flavor at all.
It had a super funky aftertaste and extremely bitter flavor, and it tasted nothing like cookie dough.
Samantha Boesch
Samantha Boesch
Samantha Boesch
