Energy Bars

Preparation, uses, and tips

Combine natural energy bars and a handful of grapes or cherries for a fast breakfast or healthy mid-day snack. Energy bars are easy to transport, so if you’re going for a long bike ride or walk, pack some energy bars to satisfy your snack attacks.

Buying and storing tips

Look for energy bars in the snack foods or supplement section of health food stores, or in the specialty foods section of most supermarkets. Store energy bars in a cool, dark location for 6 to 12 months.

Varieties

Energy bars come in a wide variety of flavours and textures. They may be high in protein, high in carbohydrates, low in fat, or contain a balanced ratio of these nutrients. They may have a taffy-like texture, or may be baked for a cookie-like consistency. Many are coated with chocolate, carob, vanilla “yogurt,” or other flavours. Natural energy bars with natural sugars, flavours, and colours are also available.

Nutrition Highlights

Energy bar (High carbohydrate), 1.3 oz. (37g)
Calories: 130
Protein: 2.0g
Carbohydrate: 26g
Total Fat: 2.5g
Fiber: 0.5g

Energy bar (Low carbohydrate), 2.5 oz. (72g)
Calories: 290
Protein: 30g
Carbohydrate: 17g
Total Fat: 6g
Fiber: 0.0g

Vitamin and mineral content varies among bars.

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The information presented in the Food Guide is for informational purposes only and was created by a team of US–registered dietitians and food experts. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or chemist for any health problem and before using any supplements, making dietary changes, or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires August 2007.