Energy bar
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Energy bars are supplemental snack bars containing cereals, micronutrients, and flavor ingredients intended to supply quick food energy.[1] Because most energy bars contain added protein, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and other nutrients, they may be marketed as functional foods.[2] Manufacturing of energy bars may supply nutrients in sufficient quantity to be used as meal replacements.[1]
Nutrition
A typical energy bar weighs between 30 and 50 grams and is likely to supply about 200–300 calories (840–1,300 joules), 3–9 grams of fat, 7–15 grams of protein, and 20–40 grams of carbohydrates — the three sources of energy in food.[2][3] In order to provide energy quickly, most of the carbohydrates are various types of sugars like fructose, glucose, maltodextrin and others in various ratios, combined with complex carbohydrate sources, such as oats or barley.
Use
Energy bars are used in a variety of contexts.[1][2] Energy bars may be used as an energy source during athletic events such as marathons, triathlons and other activities which require a high energy expenditure for long periods of time. They are also commonly used as meal replacements in weight-loss programs. They may be used as a snack. For those who are malnourished, energy bars, such as Plumpy'nut, are an effective food for treating malnutrition.[4]
See also
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References
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- ^ a b c Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content.Klerks, Michelle; Román, Sergio; Verkerk, Ruud; Sanchez-Siles, Luisma (2022). "Are cereal bars significantly healthier and more natural than chocolate bars? A preliminary assessment in the German market". Journal of Functional Foods. 89 104940. doi:10.1016/j.jff.2022.104940.
- ^ a b c Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content.Fernan C, Schuldt JP, Niederdeppe J (December 2018). "Health Halo Effects from Product Titles and Nutrient Content Claims in the Context of "Protein" Bars". Health Communication. 33 (12): 1425–1433. doi:10.1080/10410236.2017.1358240. PMID 28853950.
- ^ Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content."Nutrition Bar Comparison Chart" (PDF). Mesa AZ fire department. Archived from the original (PDF) on 27 May 2010. Retrieved 21 October 2009.
- ^ Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content.Bright J, Emanuel G, Silver M (25 April 2025). "Where's Plumpy'Nut? A lifesaving food for malnourished kids is caught up in U.S. cuts". US National Public Radio. Retrieved 10 January 2026.
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