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Making Protein Bars At Home

  If you’re someone who works out, you’re not new to the entire hype about protein shake, protein bars, just protein general. Protein is the building block of cells and tissues, meaning every time you workout, your muscles tear and rebuild themselves. This rebuilding requires protein. While it may be supremely inconvenient to stew something or whip up something every time after you workout, you can rely on granola bars or protein bars. They are made out of nuts and other ingredients which are filling and nutritious at the same time.   While you’re buying protein bars, there are certain things that you need to look for, so that you know you aren’t eating packaged ‘healthy food’ which is unhealthy in reality. Always look for sources of protein in these protein bars. Your protein goals differ as per your workout regime and goals. Some bars have whey protein, while others may have collagen. If you’re okay with non-vegetarian sources, then there may be some other options for y...

5 Tips for Finding the Best Protein Bars

  Protein bars are a great source of protein and the easiest way to consume it too, especially for people who are always on the go and don’t have time to pause and eat meals. One common mistake many bodybuilders make is replacing their otherwise protein-heavy supplements with protein bars. There are many different kinds of protein bars available and it’s difficult to choose amongst the best protein bars in the market. A protein bar should basically be a healthy, nutritious snack that controls and satiates your hunger and supplements your body’s protein needs. However, if you do need to filter according to your individual nutritional needs, here are five tips to help you do the same.   What’s the calorie count? It’s important to analyze a label before you buy a protein bar to figure out how many calories it has. If you are trying to lose fat then you must avoid high-calorie bars. If you want to add body mass and need the extra protein and calories then you may opt for a ...

A Guide To Increase Protein Intake For Millenials

  Protein is one of the key macronutrients that a human body needs to function on a daily basis. Our body needs protein repair cells and tissues. They’re the building blocks of your muscles. Wear and tear of muscle is an everyday occurrence and therefore cells build and rebuild themselves with the help of protein. Protein plays a vital role in immune functions as well and therefore one must consume enough protein.   However, unfortunately most people today are caught up with their hustle and have developed poor dietary habits. Fast food has penetrated the lives of every teenager and has become an addiction. Fried sugary foods lack protein and therefore it’s important to find a middle ground where protein can make way into your regular diets. There is a whole new industry of protein snacks that has emerged owing to the lazy eating habits.   What are the ways to increase your protein intake? - Replace your cereals with eggs Eggs are a rich source of protein. Yo...

Benefits of Meal Replacement Bars

Protein bars have become a popular and easy snack for individuals who are conscious about what they eat and those of whom are trying to shed weight. Protein bars or meal replacements bars are a convenient source of protein and nutrition that can be carried around and consumed effortlessly. Protein bars have several great benefits and are super easy to be incorporated into any kind of lifestyle or diet plan. An average meal replacement bar contains many protein heavy ingredients like milk, eggs, dates, dry fruits, nuts and seeds and come in many different flavors too. Protein bars are also a good source of micronutrients, calcium, vitamins, potassium and iron too. Aside from the basic benefits of protein bars, here are some other benefits of protein bars.   Convenient. Quick. Efficient. Protein bars are ready-to-eat, super easy to carry around and very easily available. They don’t require any prep time, any additional ingredients or any containers to lug around. Protein bars ...

Vegetarian High Protein Snacks You Must Try

High protein snacks and foods are recommended for plenty of reasons like weight management, controlling blood sugar levels, managing appetite, and promoting bone health. The best part about these protein snacks is that they are highly nutritious and satiate your hunger even with lesser quantities of it. Although there are plenty of healthy snacks available in the market, they may not specifically be vegetarian. If you’re someone who’s looking for vegetarian substitutes, we’re here to help. Trail mix is a combination of nuts and seeds that help you manage your hunger pangs. It’s important that you only take a handful of it, and not overeat.   Chickpeas are a very versatile legume and are known for their protein-rich nature. You can simply whip up some hummus and consume it with wheat bread. If you don’t have the time to follow an elaborate recipe, just boil them for a few minutes, add salt and red chilli powder to it, and you’re good to go. You can also sautee it after boiling ...

How Do Meal Replacement Bars Work?

  The demand for meal replacement bars has seen a huge increase in the past few years. It stems from the fact that the lifestyle habits of people are changing. Although proper meals make for the best way to manage weight, the busy schedules sometimes make it impossible to get the right amount of nutrition. Nutrition bars as a substitute for meals only work if you don’t swap them with your meals very often. This is because your body still needs nutrients and replacements can sometimes be inadequate.   Also, it is super important that you check the nutritional value before you buy these bars. A lot of them are high on sugar and calories and may not actually be healthy at all. You should also analyse your food habits before you rely on nutrition bars or other healthier alternatives. While it’s simple to snack on healthy stuff, there’s no actual meal substitute available in the market.   It’s always considered a good idea to get something with your nutrition bars so ...