We've all been there. On a mission to lose those stubborn 5-10 lbs and during our weekly grocery store visit, the 90 calorie breakfast bar and prepackaged snacks suddenly looks appealing. Less calories equals less weight gain, right? WRONG! I'm here to tell you, don't do it. All calories are not the same and you will NOT lose those 5-10 lbs.
Read Labels/Nutritional Facts:
-If the first 4 ingredients begin with: flour, corn syrup, or any type of -OSE (cellulose, fructose)...RUN!!
-Look for ingredients you can actually pronounce and know that are good for you.
-Always check per serving size...this can be deceiving.
Hey, I get it. If your morning and days are anything like mine, you need something quick that you can grab and eat on the go. While these MAY be a better alternative to fast food if that's your only option, choose which bars you eat wisely. Personally, I find the protein bars in the health section to be a better (i.e. vega sport, quest) than the ones you would find on the breakfast/cereal aisle.
There is nothing worse than finally taking the steps to better your health only to learn you have been duped or mislead by marketing tactics. Sorry to say, the above bar is equivalent to eating your favorite sugary kid cereal.
A better breakfast or snack option on the go and to keep at your office are:
- a banana (or any fruit of your choice)
- nuts (almonds, cashews)
- protein shake (something women shy away from, but should take)
- boiled egg
-green juice or smoothie
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