8 KIND Protein Bars That Taste Just Like Dessert
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Whether you're trying to tide yourself over between meals, Health - Injuries The Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet after a tough workout, there are few snacks as convenient as a protein bar. However, not all protein bars are created equal when it comes to either taste or their impact on your post-workout recovery. If you’re looking for a protein bar that’s both relatively healthy and won’t be too hard on your stomach, look for whole ingredients like nuts, seeds, grains, and dried fruits, and avoid artificial sweeteners, which can cause cramping for some people. There are also numerous bars on the market that are compatible with specific dietary restrictions, including gluten-free, low-carb, and low-glycemic diets.
Since there are so many options out there, we've gathered some of our favorites to help you choose. Look below for 10 protein bars that taste great and will keep you satisfied until your next meal.
KIND Protein Bars
- Best Nut Bar: KIND Protein Bars
- Whether youre trying to tide yourself over between: RXBAR
- Best Refrigerated: Perfect Bar
- Other Hearst Subscriptions: Whether youre trying to tide yourself over between
- Best Sustainably Produced: GoMacro MacroBar
- Best Low-Glycemic: Luna Bars
- Best Dessert: Lenny & Larry's The Complete Cookie
- Best Vegan Protein: ALOHA Organic Plant Based Protein Bars
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To find the best protein bars among the many options on the market, we researched the most popular protein bars available and considered their ingredients, flavor, flavor options, and diet restriction compatibility. We then looked at both expert reviews and more than 150,000 customer ratings, written by people who’ve bought these bars on Amazon, to settle on the protein bars you'll find below.
Before joining Runner's World, Gabrielle Hondorp spent 6 years in running retail (she has tested top gear from shoes, to watches, to rain jackets which has expanded her expertise—and her closets); she specializes in health and wellness, and is an expert on running gear from head-to-toe. Gabi began her journalism career as a Digital Editorial Fellow for Runner’s World and Bicycling Magazine, and has since advanced to a Runner's World Editor specializing in commerce. She has a double degree in English and Media and Communication from Muhlenberg College where she also ran cross country and track.
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