It would be great if a manufacturer could make a protein bar that was portable, tasted good and delivered the high quality protein you need to consume to keep your fat burning furnace going. If only life was so easy! Most protein bars are not much better for you than a candy bar! They contain substandard proteins like soy, gelatin (yes, just like that wiggly dessert), and collagen. Many of them are filled with sugar. Even the low carb versions typically use glycerol or maltitol (known as sugar alcohols) that have a smaller effect on blood glucose levels but also can lead to bloating, diarrhea and flatulence – no one wants that!
Stick to natural foods as much as possible and use protein shakes when you need something portable. Other options include an apple with peanut butter, a handful of mixed nuts, cheese sticks, cottage cheese, or Greek yogurt (much creamier than US versions – I like a brand called Fage). If you are on-the-go, you may have to do a little planning to make sure you’ve got these healthy snacks on hand. But the time you put in will be paid back through increased fat burn!