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It's that time of year again, summer vacations are coming to an end, kids are moving into college or going back to school and our schedules are settling back into more familiar patterns. Time to recommit to your workout routine, or feel good that you kept consistent throughout the summer.
Today's topic is protein bars, I have been on the hunt for a snack that I can quickly grab and that will help keep me going through a workout, without making me feel full and uncomfortable. I found this article helpful, opposingviews.com/i/health/study-no-difference-between-fast-food-protein-bars-post-workout-meals. While it does not recommend one particular protein bar, it provides good information to help you make an informed choice when faced with what seems an overwhelming selection.
"All protein bars are not the same, and it helps to know what you're looking for on the nutrition label. For starters, look for protein bars with five or less ingredients (especially whole food ingredients). Then, take a gander at the sugar content – a healthy protein bar will ideally have 8-10g of sugar or less (which already adds up to around one-third of your daily recommended intake). You also want to look out for what kind of sugar is in the bar. Some of the common artificial sweeteners are: sucralose (used in Quest bars), aspartame, neotame, saccharin and acesulfame K (also known as acesulfame potassium).
The fact remains that protein bars are a convenient way to get the calories you need post-workout, since at that time your body will take pretty much any type of food to help build muscle. But they should not be used as a consistent replacement for meals or other healthier snacks. So if you're looking for a quick boost throughout the day, grab a more natural form of protein – such as hard-boiled eggs, mixed nuts, edamame, hummus, or cheese. And make sure to pair these proteins with other healthy fats and carbs, too."
I also found the following article very informative and interesting. To read more on different sources of protein, their benefits and the best sources of those proteins, follow this link:
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