Sunday, October 23, 2011

PowerBar Pria 110 Plus Chocolate Peanut Crunch



I actually found out about these from a friend who is a health nut. She recommended them for weight loss but I just wanted to try them for the heck of it.

I'm going to try to write this review in bullet points. Why? because I want to. Maybe I'll switch to bullet points permanently. What would you think about that? Huh!?!?

  • Freakin' disappointing
  • Tastes nothing like chocolate or peanut butter
  • Not moist and chewy
  • Like hard rice krispies on the inside that just stick to your teeth
  • Overpriced and waste of money
  • Tastes like cardboard
  • There are a million other protein bars that taste better out there.
PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bar — key features:
5 grams of protein
23 vitamins and minerals
As much calcium as a glass of milk
Only 110 calories
No preservatives or artificial flavors


Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1 bar
Calories 110
Total Fat 3.5g
Total Carb 16g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 10g
Protein 5g

Ingredients:
BROWN RICE SYRUP, CHOCOLATEY COATING (SUGAR, FRACTIONATED PALM KERNEL OIL, COCOA, WHEY, NONFAT MILK, SOY LECITHIN, VANILLA), SOY CRISPS (SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, RICE FLOUR, BARLEY MALT, SALT), RICE CRISPS (RICE FLOUR, BARLEY MALT EXTRACT, RICE BRAN, CALCIUM CARBONATE), OAT FIBER, NATURAL FLAVOR (CONTAINS PEANUT), GLYCERIN, SALTED PEANUT BUTTER, WHOLE OATS, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, ALMOND BUTTER. MINERALS: CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, MAGNESIUM OXIDE, IRON (FERROUS FUMARATE), ZINC OXIDE, COPPER GLUCONATE, MANGANESE SULFATE, CHROMIUM CHLORIDE, POTASSIUM IODIDE, SODIUM MOLYBDATE, SODIUM SELENITE. VITAMINS: VITAMIN C (ASCORBIC ACID), VITAMIN E ACETATE, PANTOTHENIC ACID (CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE), VITAMIN B3 (NIACINAMIDE), VITAMIN B6, VITAMIN B2, FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN MONONITRATE), BETA CAROTENE (CONTAINS SOY), BIOTIN, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, VITAMIN K, VITAMIN B12. CONTAINS ALMOND, MILK, PEANUT AND SOY INGREDIENTS. MADE ON EQUIPMENT THAT ALSO PROCESSES WHEAT.

Information found on the website.
When should I eat a PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bar?
PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars are perfect for mid-day snacking when you're on-the-go and want a calorie-smart, great-tasting, nutritious snack. Perfectly sized, indulgent and nutritious, PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bars are a delicious way to do something good for yourself.

What makes PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars different from other snacks?
The PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bar is an excellent combination of calorie-smart nutrition and rich, indulgent flavor. With just 110 calories and 3.0–3.5 grams of fat, PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bar is the right size to get you re-energized, without weighing you down. Each bar also contains 23 vitamins and minerals, plus 4–5 grams of soy protein, so PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bar is a mid-day snack you can feel good about.

Is the PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bar good to eat if I'm trying to lose weight?
To lose weight effectively, you need to burn more calories than you consume. Although not designed as a weight-loss product, PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bar is an ideal snack because it satisfies your craving for something great-tasting and indulgent, it's nutritious with 23 vitamins & minerals, and it has just 110 calories.

Diet Exchanges*=1 Carbohydrate


* Based on The American Dietetic Association and the American Diabetes Association exchange lists.

Are PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars all natural?
PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bar contains protein-enriched soy crisps and other wholesome ingredients but is not all natural. However, there are no preservatives and no artificial flavors in any of the bars. Please check the Nutrition Facts on the label for more information.

Is it safe to eat PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bar during my pregnancy?
PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars can be part of a healthful diet for pregnancy. They are an excellent source of folic acid. However, if you are sensitive to any of the ingredients listed on the label, you should not eat these bars. Check with your obstetrician for more information.

Can children eat PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars?
PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bar is a nutritious snack for active, growing children because it provides 23 essential vitamins and minerals including calcium, which supports growing bones and teeth. Kids love the crispy, chewy texture covered in a chocolate or yogurt coating. And because it's smaller than most energy bars, children can finish a whole bar, leaving no waste. This bar is not recommended for children under age 4, and because children need to eat a variety of foods for a well-balanced diet, we recommend those under six years of age be limited to one bar per day. PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bars make a nutritious addition to a child's balanced diet. Consult your pediatrician for more information.

I'm lactose intolerant. Can I eat PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars?
PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars do contain some dairy products. However, the amount of lactose is small (approximately 0.15 g per bar), so nearly all lactose-intolerant people may consume it. Consult with your physician for more information.

I have food allergies. Can I eat PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars?
If you are allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, milk, soy, wheat or gluten (from oats or malt) you should not eat PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars.
• Peanuts/Nuts: All PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bars are made on equipment that processes products with peanuts and/or nuts. Some flavors contain either almond or peanut ingredients. So, if you have peanut or nut allergies, we recommend that you do not eat PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bars.
• Milk: All PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bars contain milk ingredients. If you have allergies to milk, we recommend that you do not eat PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bars.
• Soy: All PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bar flavors contain soy ingredients. If you are allergic to soy, we recommend that you do not eat PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bars.
• Eggs: All PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bars do not contain egg ingredients.
• Gluten/Wheat: All flavors contain oat fiber and whole oats, a potential source of gluten. If you are sensitive to gluten, we recommend that you do not eat PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bars. All bars are made on equipment that also processes wheat ingredients, if you are allergic to wheat we recommend that you do not eat PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bars.
• Consult with your physician for more information on food allergies and sensitivities.

How should I store PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars?
For the best eating experience, PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars should be kept between 40–80° F to prevent the chocolate or yogurt coating from melting. No need to refrigerate.

How long will my PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bars last?
Each PowerBar® Pria® 110 Plus nutrition bar is stamped with a "best by" date. Although it is safe to eat PowerBar Pria 110 Plus nutrition bars after this date, we recommend that you use them by the "best by" date to ensure you're enjoying the freshest product and receiving the full nutritional benefits of the product.