By Hellen King
With so many nutrition bars in the market, you may find it a daunting task to pick the best for you. The challenge when it comes to nutrition bars is that some may not be as healthy as they may pass off to be. You therefore need to make your pick carefully so that you do not end up with just another candy bar. Another challenge is that some may not provide you with exactly what you are looking for.
The first thing you should do is research widely on the available nutrition bars you have at hand. This will help in narrowing down the options you have. You will find reviews and information on nutrition bars from the internet. This online source will give you all the information you need to find a suitable nutritious bar for you.
Nutrition Bar
When buying nutrition bars, here are a few tips that will help you in your quest for the right bar:
Check the nutrition value
This is by far the most important consideration when selecting nutritious bars. Things to check for include sugar levels.If you are on a diet, the calorie count is important especially if you are checking your fat intake. The higher the protein the nutritious bar has the better. This will help if you are on a weight loss diet or if you are concerned about your health in general.
What are the ingredients
Look at the ingredients used to make the nutritious bar. When it comes to ingredients, quantity as well as content does matter. Some experts advocate consumers to go for nutritious bars with more whey than soy. The quality of the ingredients is also important and this is why it is advisable to go for reputable brands known for their quality products and good reputation. The number of ingredients also does matter. Some nutrition bars may have over ten ingredients while others have less than five. Here again, experts recommend energy bars that have fewer ingredients. These cover brands such as oatmeal raisin protein bars.
What you hope to get from the nutrition bar
As mentioned, some nutritious bars fall under different categories. They are those good for reenergizing while others have a more filling effect. If your needs include energy boosts, then you should go for energy bars that will give you that. Ideally, they should have more energy boosting ingredients. If you want to have a filling snack, then go for nutrition bars that have more proteins and fibers in their ingredients.
Sample a selection of bars before making your choice
Have fun by sampling a variety of nutrition bars until you get the right ones that work for you. Here, you will be looking at the flavors and tastes of the bars as well as how they meet your needs. It is from sampling many bars that you will know what brands to get as well as the right combination of ingredients that work well for you.
Bio
Finding the right nutrition bar is a matter of sampling a few to narrow down the choice. Hellen King, a nutrition expert, recommends visiting http://ontherun.in/ for a wide selection. You can visit her blog here for more information.
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Author: Maralyn
Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.
