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High-protein, low-sugar snack bar
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Barebells protein bar (55 g) has 187 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.6 g of carbs, 19.8 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat and 3.9 g of fiber. Its 60.5 mg of Phosphorus covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 55 g
187
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
17.6g
· 6% DV
Protein
19.8g
· 40% DV
Fat
5.5g
· 7% DV
Fiber
3.9g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 40% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 187 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.5 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.86 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 187 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.6 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% |
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 35 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 55 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 70 g | 238 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 110 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 165 g | 561 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Barebells protein bars can be a convenient, protein-rich snack, but they are still a sweet, processed bar rather than a whole-food meal. They can fit into a varied diet; rely on other protein sources and minimally processed foods too.
Barebells protein bars may help you feel satisfied between meals, but they do not cause weight loss on their own. Use one in place of another snack rather than adding it on top of what you would normally eat.
You can eat a Barebells protein bar before or after a workout. If it feels heavy before exercise, have it earlier; after training, it is a convenient protein-containing snack, though it does not need to replace a balanced meal.
No, a Barebells protein bar is a snack, not a complete meal. It does not offer the range of foods you would get from a balanced meal, so pair it with something more substantial if you need to bridge a longer gap.
Barebells protein bars generally use milk-derived proteins, though the exact formula can vary by flavour and market. Some versions also contain soy ingredients, so check the ingredients for the specific bar if you need to avoid either source.
Barebells protein bars commonly use polyol sweeteners as part of their low-sugar formulation, but the exact sweeteners vary between flavours and markets. Polyols can cause gas or digestive discomfort in people who are sensitive to them, especially in larger amounts.
Yes, Barebells protein bars contain carbohydrates and can affect blood sugar; a low-sugar claim does not mean they have no effect. If you have diabetes, consider your portion and your own glucose response when fitting one into your eating plan.
You can eat a Barebells protein bar daily, but it is better not to depend on it as your main protein source. Treat it as a convenient snack and vary your protein across foods such as dairy, eggs, beans, fish, or meat.
Yes, Barebells protein bars can cause bloating or digestive discomfort in some people. Milk-derived ingredients and polyol sweeteners may be triggers; if symptoms occur, try a smaller amount or stop eating the bars.
Store Barebells protein bars in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Heat can soften or melt the chocolate coating; once a wrapper is open, seal the remaining bar and eat it soon.
Vitamins
B12
0.11µg · 5% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
B5
0.11mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
61mg · 9% DV
Sodium
187mg · 8% DV
Calcium
66mg · 7% DV
Iron
0.83mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
88mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 187 calories in 1 piece (medium) (55 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Barebells protein bar is a packaged, sweet-style protein snack. The pictured version has a smooth milk-chocolate coating with fine chocolate lines on top; its rich, soft texture makes it feel more like a confectionery treat than a plain nutrition bar. Flavours vary across the range, so the taste and coating can differ by variety.
It is easy to keep in a bag for a snack on the go, and works with coffee or tea or after a workout when you want something convenient. It is high in protein and low in sugar by design, with 36g of protein per 100g. Have it on its own or pair it with fruit for a more rounded snack; its sweetness may be enough without adding another treat.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.54g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.61g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.