protein bar question

**magicstick2003** · 09-09-2004, 07:14 AM

Wasn;t too sure where to stick this one either supp or diet forum.
I'm just wondering what everyone has to say about a protein bar i found.
its look pretty good to me tons of protein... which im trying to get more of due to class and everything.
well ill post up the label and you guys let me know what you think.
What's In It?
Supplement Facts:

Serving Size: 1 Bar
Servings Per Container: 12

Amount Per Serving:

Calories: 380
Calories from Fat: 80
Total Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 100mg
Potassium: 310mg
Total Carbohydrates: 37g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 1g
Other Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 42g
Vitamin A: 100%
Vitamin C: 100%
Calcium: 45%
Iron: 110%
Thiamin: 100%
Vitamin E: 100%
Riboflavin: 100%
Niacin: 100%
Vitamin B6: 100%
Folate: 100%
Vitamin B12: 100%
Biotin: 100%
Pantothenic Acid: 100%
Phosphorus: 30%
Iodine: 100%
Magnesium: 35%
Zinc: 100%
Copper: 100%

the reason im dding this in is like i said when im in class all day it's hard as hell to get everything i need protein wise. I figure with these i can have two or 3 on the day im in school all day and get 170 for protein on top of what i eat. I guess im not too concerened with cals and such because im going to be starting up cardio here in the next few weeks to attempt to get a little more cut.
**im aware protein bars rn;t the wisest choice but i also add in shakes when i have a chance to get tot the car and have food in a cooler there but when i have 3 classes back to back to back no time to get out.

**simplecanibus** · 09-09-2004, 07:53 AM

a lot of protein bar companies lie about what's in their bars, so many people don't eat them just to stay away from the unknown factors in them. i can understand you being in class all day. i'm in the same situation. i take whey concentrate drinks with me if out for a long time, but i think you'll be ok with protein bars as long as you work your ass off in the gym and burn the stubborn calories that your wrapper is hiding.

**magicstick2003** · 09-09-2004, 08:03 AM

Originally Posted by simplecanibus

a lot of protein bar companies lie about what's in their bars, so many people don't eat them just to stay away from the unknown factors in them. i can understand you being in class all day. i'm in the same situation. i take whey concentrate drinks with me if out for a long time, but i think you'll be ok with protein bars as long as you work your ass off in the gym and burn the stubborn calories that your wrapper is hiding.

ya it's not something im going to do everyday... tues im in class all day so i figured i might as well throw one in since eating on that day is so **** hard. I've been doing the protein shake thing too but it's getting old. Def gonna burn off the cals, im going to be starting up some cardio in order to cut up for a trip in mar. I'm still hoping to be able to put on some lean mass though in this time frame and i know it's hard as hell to cut and gain but im gonna see what i can do

**SwoleCat** · 09-09-2004, 08:07 AM

Seems like a sugar bar to me.

37 carbs, only 2 fiber.

42 protein total.......

About even.....

Unless some of those 37 are malitol, glycerol, or some other sugar alcohol, then it's a sugar-ridden bar.

What is the name of the bar????

~SC~

**magicstick2003** · 09-09-2004, 08:07 AM

Originally Posted by SwoleCat

Seems like a sugar bar to me.

37 carbs, only 2 fiber.

42 protein total.......

About even.....

Unless some of those 37 are malitol, glycerol, or some other sugar alcohol, then it's a sugar-ridden bar.

What is the name of the bar????

~SC~

its the pro42 by iss ill post up the entire ingredient thing and let me know what you think.

**magicstick2003** · 09-09-2004, 08:08 AM

here's the rest of the label
ISS Protein Blend (Contains: Calcium Caseinate, Hyrdolyzed Collagen, Whey Protein Concentrate), Glycerine, Coating (Contains: Lactitol, Fractionated Palm Kernel Oil, Cocoa [processed with alkali], Partially Hydrogenated Palm Oil, Soy Lecithin (as an emulsifier), Acesulfame K, and Vanilla),Water, Alkalized Cocoa Powder, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Soy Lecithin, Vitamin and Mineral Blend (Contains: Ascorbic Acid, Ferrous Fumarate, Tricalcium Phosphate, d-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Niacinamide, Zinc Oxide, Copper Gluconate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Biotin, Potassium Iodide, and Cyanocobalamin), Magnesium Oxide, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Sorbate.

Net Impact Carbs:
3 grams (Net impact carbohyrdrates are carbohydrates such as sugars and starches that have a significant impact on blood sugar levels. Dietary fiber, glycerine and carbohydrates (other than sugars and starches) contained in the Pro42 Bar elicit a negligible impact on blood sugar levels.

**magicstick2003** · 09-09-2004, 08:10 AM

i hope they r somewhat ok cause i order a box.. i guess if they r **** ill see a buddy wants them lol

**SwoleCat** · 09-09-2004, 08:14 AM

K, it has low "impact" carbs..........that's good I suppose......

However!!!

AHHHHH, look at the 2nd ingredient.....

That is where MOST of your "protein" is coming from.

HYDROLYZED BEEF COLLAGEN.

Does nothing for your muscles!

~SC~

**magicstick2003** · 09-09-2004, 09:34 AM

Originally Posted by SwoleCat

K, it has low "impact" carbs..........that's good I suppose......

However!!!

AHHHHH, look at the 2nd ingredient.....

That is where MOST of your "protein" is coming from.

HYDROLYZED BEEF COLLAGEN.

Does nothing for your muscles!

~SC~

**** so what your syaing is its basically crap? eh i guess ill see if my buddy wants them lol they were pretty cheap so i figured id give it a try but if they r no good then whats the sense.

**simplecanibus** · 09-09-2004, 04:21 PM

i always put a bar down when i see that. it's like buying a cd then putting in your car and no music comes out. it's a nutritionless nutrition bar! how ironic!

**brian11** · 09-09-2004, 04:28 PM

Im trying to get a job at GNC so that I can try to find a decent bar and steal 'em

Good to know to stay away from the collagen!

**magicstick2003** · 09-09-2004, 08:26 PM

ya if anyone has a decent bar thats not an arm and a leg please share... i just want something to boost the protein while im at class and throughout the day.

**magicstick2003** · 09-09-2004, 08:31 PM

wonder if anyone can shed some light on this bar it's the dymatize gourmet bars.... maybe swole.
i don;t see what kind of protein is in it though thats the only thing...

Serving Size: 1 Bar
Servings Per Container: 12

Amount Per Serving:

Calories: 240
Â Â Calories from Fat: 50
Total Fat: 6g 9%
Â Â Saturated Fat: 3.5g 17%
Cholesterol: 10mg 4%
Sodium: 125mg 5%
Potassium: 100mg 3%
Total Carbohydrates: 24g 8%
Â Â Dietary Fiber: <1g 4%
Â Â Sugars: 2g
Protein: 30g
Vitamin A: 15%
Calcium: 25%
Vitamin E: 15%
Riboflavin: 15%
Vitamin B6: 15%
Vitamin B12: 20%
Pantothenic Acid: 15%
Phosphorus: 15%
Vitamin C: 15%
Iron: 2%
Thiamin: 15%A
Niacin: 20%
Folate: 15%
Biotin: 15%
Magnesium: 4%

Ingredients: Protein Blend, Chocolate Flavor Coating, Glycerine, Maltitol Syrup, Water, Polydextrose, Peanut Flour, Peanut Butter, Natural Flavors, Vitamin and Mineral Blend, and Sucralose. Note: May Contain Traces Of Nuts and Seeds.

**brian11** · 09-09-2004, 10:32 PM

Originally Posted by magicstick2003

wonder if anyone can shed some light on this bar it's the dymatize gourmet bars.... maybe swole.
i don;t see what kind of protein is in it though thats the only thing...

Serving Size: 1 Bar
Servings Per Container: 12

Amount Per Serving:

Calories: 240
Â Â Calories from Fat: 50
Total Fat: 6g 9%
Â Â Saturated Fat: 3.5g 17%
Cholesterol: 10mg 4%
Sodium: 125mg 5%
Potassium: 100mg 3%
Total Carbohydrates: 24g 8%
Â Â Dietary Fiber: <1g 4%
Â Â Sugars: 2g
Protein: 30g
Vitamin A: 15%
Calcium: 25%
Vitamin E: 15%
Riboflavin: 15%
Vitamin B6: 15%
Vitamin B12: 20%
Pantothenic Acid: 15%
Phosphorus: 15%
Vitamin C: 15%
Iron: 2%
Thiamin: 15%A
Niacin: 20%
Folate: 15%
Biotin: 15%
Magnesium: 4%

Ingredients: Protein Blend, Chocolate Flavor Coating, Glycerine, Maltitol Syrup, Water, Polydextrose, Peanut Flour, Peanut Butter, Natural Flavors, Vitamin and Mineral Blend, and Sucralose. Note: May Contain Traces Of Nuts and Seeds.

bro u trying to bulk or what, it has a lot of carbs...

man dont look to much into it. i know you are worried about it being ok, but dont sweat it too much. just try to learn like you are about what is good and what is not ingredient wise and then you will be able to judge for yourself. if you are trying to cut then get a low carb bar.

**civic mick** · 09-10-2004, 03:34 AM

what are the muscle tech nitro tech bars like ive heard they are very good

**magicstick2003** · 09-10-2004, 05:37 AM

Originally Posted by brian11

bro u trying to bulk or what, it has a lot of carbs...

man dont look to much into it. i know you are worried about it being ok, but dont sweat it too much. just try to learn like you are about what is good and what is not ingredient wise and then you will be able to judge for yourself. if you are trying to cut then get a low carb bar.

not too worried about cutting... like i said im going to be starting up cardio though so the extra carbs im not too concerened with.. i just needed something to kinda boost up my pro. intake on the days when i can;t get in all my meals...

**Mass Quest** · 09-10-2004, 07:28 AM

Originally Posted by magicstick2003

not too worried about cutting... like i said im going to be starting up cardio though so the extra carbs im not too concerened with.. i just needed something to kinda boost up my pro. intake on the days when i can;t get in all my meals...

why not have a protein drink with some flax if you want to boost your protein intake.much better for you.