Corny dried fruit & nut bar Calories

It can be a convenient snack, but it is still a sweet cereal bar rather than a substitute for a balanced meal. Its dried fruit and nuts make it more substantial than candy, but it is best eaten as part of a varied diet.

It is a type of cereal bar, a category that also includes many granola bars. The terms are often used loosely; the exact grains, fruit, nuts and texture depend on the particular Corny variety.

No, it is a cereal bar, not a bar designed primarily to provide protein. It contains some protein from its ingredients, but choose a product specifically formulated as a protein bar if that is what you need after training.

That can vary by variety. Dried fruit contains naturally occurring sugar, and some bars may also use added sweeteners. Look at the ingredient list on the wrapper to distinguish dried fruit from added sugar or syrup.

It can take the edge off hunger as a snack, but a single bar may not keep you full as long as a meal. Pair it with yogurt or another protein-rich food if you need something more sustaining.

Yes, it is compact, individually wrapped and easy to carry, so it can be handy on a hike. Keep it in its wrapper until you are ready to eat, and bring enough food and water for the length of your trip.

Wrap the remaining bar tightly or place it in an airtight container, then keep it somewhere cool and dry. Once exposed to air, its dried fruit can become less pleasant in texture, so eat the rest soon.

Yes, if it sits comfortably in your stomach. Because it contains nuts and fiber, eating it immediately before a run may feel heavy for some people; try it well before exercise rather than for the first time on race day.

Yes, crumbling it over plain yogurt adds crunch and makes a quick snack or breakfast. The bar is already sweet, so taste the combination before adding honey or other sweeteners.