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High-protein snack bar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Go Ahead Protein Bar (45 g) has 167 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.1 g of carbs, 12.6 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 49.5 mg of Phosphorus covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
167
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
17.1g
· 6% DV
Protein
12.6g
· 25% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 43% · Protein 32% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 167 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.58 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 81 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.1 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% |
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) | 45 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 22 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 333 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 135 g | 500 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Go Ahead Protein Bar can be a convenient occasional snack, but it is an ultra-processed product. Its protein content does not make it equivalent to less processed choices such as fruit, yogurt or nuts.
Not by itself. Go Ahead Protein Bar may work as a filling snack for some people, but it does not cause weight loss; how it fits into your overall eating pattern matters, especially if it replaces more nourishing foods.
You can have Go Ahead Protein Bar before or after exercise as a snack. If eating it just before activity upsets your stomach, leave more time; after a workout, it is not a complete meal on its own.
People with diabetes may be able to eat Go Ahead Protein Bar, but its protein does not cancel the effect of its carbohydrates on blood sugar. Portion size and individual response matter; anyone adjusting food around medication should consult their clinician.
The full ingredient list for Go Ahead Protein Bar is not provided here. The pictured bar appears to have cereal and nut-like pieces with a thin dark chocolate coating; check the package for the exact ingredients and protein source.
No, Go Ahead Protein Bar alone is not a balanced breakfast. It can be a convenient snack when you are short on time, but pair it with foods such as fruit or yogurt if you need a more substantial meal.
Go Ahead Protein Bar is presented as a bar with an emphasis on protein, but the name alone does not show how it compares with a particular cereal bar. Recipes vary, so compare the ingredient lists and nutrition panels.
No, refrigeration is not normally needed. Keep Go Ahead Protein Bar in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; heat can soften or melt its chocolate coating.
Eat Go Ahead Protein Bar soon after opening if possible. If you save some, wrap it tightly and keep it somewhere cool and dry; exposure to air can make the bar dry out and affect its texture.
Yes, you can freeze Go Ahead Protein Bar in an airtight wrap or container to protect its coating from odors. Let it thaw before eating; freezing and thawing may change the bar’s texture.
Vitamins
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B12
0.09µg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
50mg · 7% DV
Iron
1.13mg · 6% DV
Calcium
54mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Sodium
81mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 167 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 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.
Go Ahead Protein Bar is a packaged snack bar with a grainy, chewy centre, visible cereal and nut pieces, and a thin chocolate coating. Its sweet chocolate taste is balanced by the toasted, slightly hearty flavour of the filling.
It works as a portable snack between meals, after a walk or workout, or alongside a piece of fruit when you need something more substantial. With 28 g of protein per 100 g, it is protein-rich, though it also provides carbohydrates and fat. For an easy, more filling snack, pair a bar with plain yoghurt or fresh fruit.
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 4
Ultra-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
1.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.