I did a previous post saying Clif bars are outdated. They lack protein, but many of you pointed out people are not eating them as a protein source, but instead for energy.

However, there are two things that slow down the digestion of carbohydrates: dietary fat and fiber. Clif bars have an ample source of both. So the energy that these bars are intending to provide is not readily available.

If you were looking for more readily available sources of energy, things like white rice or pasta are far better options to load up on carbs. If you’re simply looking to get as many calories as possible, a jar of peanut butter is another option. There are very few circumstances in which Clif bars would actually be my go-to, in fact I can think of almost none that average people who buy Clif bars are facing.

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Pure Protein bars vs. Kirkland protein bars. These are both found at Costco.

When it comes to macros they’re both bonkers, they more than pass the test of 10g protein per 100 calories.

When it comes to taste, with protein bars it’s all about texture. Kirkland has that firmer texture that’s reminiscent of Quest bars, so if you’re into that sort of thing you’ll prefer Kirkland. The Pure Protein bars are more chewy and you may find them more appetizing because of that.

I think which one is tastier is debatable, but to me the Kirkland one reigns supreme because it has significantly more fiber. I could eat a Pure Protein bar and be hungry 45 minutes later, and likely the Kirkland protein bar will keep me feeling full for hours because of the digestive effects of fiber.

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Grocery shopping at @samsclub when you’re on a diet:

1️⃣ Frozen wild caught shrimp

2️⃣ Nonfat Greek yogurt

3️⃣ Thin Mints seasoning

4️⃣ Plums

5️⃣ @fairlife Core Power Elite

6️⃣ @godshalls turkey bacon

7️⃣ @daveskillerbread

8️⃣ Almond butter

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Peanut butter is not a protein source, it’s a fat source 🥜 But it’s an amazing fat source at that. It’s loaded with monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (MUFAs and PUFAs). These fats improve our health markers. So even though peanut butter is a modest source of protein, it’s still an amazing option in your diet.

I myself don’t keep peanut butter around the house because I find myself struggling to not eat tablespoon after tablespoon late at night.

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We’re here at @costco talking about @slatemilk’s high protein, classic chocolate milk shake. I love Slate for three reasons.

1️⃣ They were the first ultra-filtered milk on the market. This isn’t your typical ultra processed protein powder. Instead it’s casein and whey without the lactose. Which means 20 grams of high quality protein with less sugar.

2️⃣ It’s also ultra convenient. It comes in a recyclable aluminum can that you can grab from the refrigerator and go. Convenient for you, good for the environment.
 
3️⃣ Slate doesn’t contain anything artificial instead it uses ingredients derived from plants and fruits. Whereas whey protein is highly processed and can contain metals.

I’m going to grab a 16-pack while I’m here at Costco today. Slate is an amazing alternative to a post workout shake.

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