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How Healthy are Energy Bars?

There is an extremely wide selection of energy bars available in most grocery stores today - from the regular ones to vegan energy bars. The more brands there are, the more variety of bars there will be, and not all bars are created equally. It’s difficult to make a generalization about how healthy all energy bars are, because each of us is looking for something different in a bar. We can, however, point you in the direction of what ingredients make an energy bar healthy or unhealthy. So, let’s get started! What Makes an Energy Bar “Healthy”? That’s right —...

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8 Benefits of Protein Bars

Vegans and non-vegans alike are starting to incorporate plant based protein bars into their diets, especially as they become more and more available in grocery stores. But are they actually good for you, besides the name? Yes! In this post, we’ll explain the many benefits of protein bars. Especially the plant based ones. Plant Based Protein Bar vs Whey Protein Bar Most protein bars contain whey, which is a waste product leftover from cheese production — kind of unappealing, right? It’s a highly processed protein that can cause weight gain, and can cause indigestion in people with sensitivities to dairy...

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Are Protein Bars Good for Runners?

Are Protein Bars Good for Runners?

Protein bars are a convenient and tasty snack favored by all types of athletes, from weightlifters to trail runners. Nutrition is key to your performance and can help boost endurance, in any type of exercise.  “Protein bar” is a broad descriptor — bars deemed “protein bars” don’t all have the same amount of protein, and they certainly vary in quality and nutritional value. A protein bar may have 5 grams of protein, or as much as 20 grams. One is not better than the other — protein is an essential nutrient, but sometimes less is more. Depending on what stage...

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Vegan Energy Bars: What Are They?

Vegan energy bars are bars made without any animal product. When it comes to energy bars (or anything, really), “vegan” isn’t just a buzzword. There are many health benefits of opting for vegan energy bars, even if you don't subscribe to a vegan diet. If the phrase “vegan energy bar” is completely meaningless to you, this blog post will hopefully enlighten you on the benefits of eating plant-based bars. What does it mean to eat vegan? Whether they do it for religion or personal beliefs, dietary restrictions, environmental reasons, or something else, people decide to eat vegan for many different reasons....

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