(also referred to as...)
Carbohydrate Bars, Energy Bars, Power Bars, Protein Bars, Specialty Bars, Sports Bars
Description
Nutrient bars are portable snack foods used by many types of people for many different reasons. Fitness enthusiasts may use protein bars as a supplement to their fitness programs. They are a healthier alternative to chips, candy bars, and other junk foods. And many people use them to squeeze some nutrition into their hectic lives where eating right may not always be possible.
There are a large variety of bars available and many are designed to contain a high protein, carbohydrate, vitamin, or mineral content, or can be specialized to contain specific herbs or other nutrients. Most are made with white sugar alternatives, including barley malt, brown rice syrup, honey, and dried fruit.