Quest and/or Atkins protein bars???

[Andrew Kalocai]

On occasion I have been snacking pre-workout on the Quest bars and Atkins brand snacks as they advertise they have low Net Carbs.  I think Quest uses fiber to keep the Net Carbs low and Atkins tends to use some fiber and sugar alcohols.  They say the sugar alcohols prevent the insulin spike reaction.  Anyone else satiate their sweet tooth or craving with these type of snacks?  Does anyone see an issue with these foods conflicting with CBL? 

[Richard Schmitt]

Waste of money, but some folks enjoy the taste. They really do nothing for you. I like them, but don't really use them.

[Andrew Kalocai]

I figure they aren't as good as a real protein or fat source but let's be honest.  Many of us grew up on candy bars and outright garbage.  Sometimes I just need something a little sweet and often it's mid-workout if my sessions are long.  🙂

[Brandon D Christ]

I figure they aren't as good as a real protein or fat source but let's be honest.  Many of us grew up on candy bars and outright garbage.  Sometimes I just need something a little sweet and often it's mid-workout if my sessions are long.  🙂

If you just started low carbing I'd say it's alright.  However, work on phasing them out.

[CCT]

I'd agree with everyone else on this.  Avoid them if you can, but I sometimes use them on the actual backload portion.  Mainly quest bars, so I can get some extra protein that tastes like dessert. 

[Justin Guimond]

Why not go with something like the pemmican bars that are on the market now?

[Andrew Kalocai]

I don't know what I don't know.I'll look up the Pemmican bars.  I wouldn't say the bars are a regular staple of my diet they fit into my pocket/gym bag.I guess I'm still learning and relearning aspects of CBL. 

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