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tj135 Posts: 33 Joined: 2003/05/21	2003/06/09, 08:50 AM I have nutrient goals of: 120 g protein 250 g carbs 30-35g fat I've been able to reach these goals pretty easily by eating 2 protein bars a day. Is this a bad idea? I know I could get the protein in by eating more chicken or cottage cheese, etc., but the bars give me my chocolate fix. I currently like powerbars: 25g P, 38g C, 5g F. Is this going to hurt me somehow? Any input is appreciated!! Oh, and I am trying to lose weight, am currently at 151 lbs.
gwindalyn Posts: 434 Joined: 2003/01/15	2003/06/09, 10:27 AM I'm not an expert, but I have been told that protein bars are not a good idea to eat regularly. I was told to only use them if in a bind. -------------- ~Jennifer http://www.gwindalyn.com If you dont stand for something, you will fall for anything.
azredhead57 Posts: 1,651 Joined: 2003/04/11	2003/06/09, 01:33 PM It's not going to hurt you, but as I was told, the more real food you can eat to meet your requirements, the beter. I too, was eating quite a few bars as meal replacements because they were fast and easy. It only took me a couple of weeks to weed them out and now I only use if I'm on the run and can't eat my regular meals. I do have at least one protein drink/shake a day, usually after my workout. -------------- ~Victoria~ ...Some things have to be believed to be seen!
tj135 Posts: 33 Joined: 2003/05/21	2003/06/09, 06:06 PM ============ Quoting from gwindalyn: I'm not an expert, but I have been told that protein bars are not a good idea to eat regularly. I was told to only use them if in a bind. ============= Why not eat them regularly? Because they are processed? Maybe I'll cut down to one a day and see if I can keep those chocolate cravings at bay...