KIND Bars

Protein Snack Review – KIND Bars

l discovered these bars by process of elimination. Detour Bars (low sugar) served their purpose for 2-3 months. High in protein, low in sugar, but just too darn big. Always had to eat half and save the other half for later which means, eat half now and eventually throw the other half away because I’d forget. The KIND Bar is perfectly just enough.

But these were on the top shelf and on sale at Nugget Market. The choice was easy. Chocolate. Peanut Butter. What else can you ask for in a bar.

The good. 6 different flavors. Smaller so you can enjoy the entire crunchy goodness, but not too crunchy. Like Goldilocks would say, “it’s just right.” It’s relatively low in calories (200) and relatively high in protein for its size (7 grams). But don’t get it twisted, you’re not eating these for the protein intake or the small number of calories. You’re not even eating these so you can get that last mile in or a few more reps. The truth is … it just tastes good.

The bad. For its size, it does have a lot of sugar (10 grams), but again, refer to the “truth” above. It just tastes good. Don’t go overboard and eat 3 per day. If you do, that’s just your fault.

The deal. Costco sells them in a 3 flavor variety pack. I believe for a box of 12, they charge $15. Go get’em and stave off those mid day cravings.

KIND Bar Verdict

Buy’em. You’ll love’em. But don’t rely on these for a good source of sustained nutrition for long runs. Just enjoy them for all of their crunchy, salty, chocolately goodness!

Flavors

• Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate
• Cranberry Almond + Antioxidants
• Nut Delight
• Pomegranate Blueberry Pistachio + Antioxidants
• Blueberry Pecan + Fiber
• Almond & Coconut

I’ve tried the peanut butter, the almond coconut, and the cranberry almond. I rank them in this order. Seeing the other flavors, looks like a trip to my local market is due to put a request in for the other flavors. These, I’ve never seen.