Protein Bars for Children

Active children can snack on protein bars if they are going to miss a meal.

In today's fast paced world, adults and children alike are eating on the run. For kids on their way to activities, eating a protein bar is a healthier way of getting a meal than grabbing fast food. Protein bars for kids should have a balanced amount of protein, fat and carbohydrates.

Clif Organic Z Bars

Clif Organic Z bars are one of the few bars made and marketed for children. They are a protein bar but have more carbohydrates than typical protein bars, so they are good for a quick burst of energy. They are higher in protein than the average granola bar and have no artificial flavors or preservatives.

Kidzbar

Kidzbar is a protein bar made by Young Generation Nutrition, Inc. It was created by volleyball star Sinjin Smith with the help of a nutritionist and bodybuilder. It has no trans fat, lactose, glucose, artificial flavors, colors or preservatives.

Promax

The smaller version of Promax is only 70 calories. The smaller size and fewer calories makes it a good choice for children. One third of the bar is protein from whey and soy. There are many flavors for kids to choose from, including cookies and cream, double fudge brownie and nutty butter.

Soy Joy

Soy Joy bars are baked and made of soy and fruit. They contain no gluten, no artificial flavors or colors and come in a variety of flavors that include mango coconut and blueberry with white chocolate. They only contain 140 calories per bar. The lack of gluten makes them perfect for children with gluten allergies, and the flavors make them fun for kids to eat.

Make Your Own

If you have the time and the desire to make your own protein bars, there are many different recipes available. The benefit of making your is that you know exactly what ingredients are going into the bars. You can also make a batch in advance to have for the week, which will save you on budget as well. For taste bud differences in your family, you can customize the protein bars as well. This is a great choice for kids with picky palettes.

You Bars

Very similar to making them at home, You Bars is a company that can custom make your protein bars according to your taste. You can also request extra protein if desired. You Bars are an alternative for those with allergies who need to have more control over what they eat.

References

• ProMax Bars
• Soy Joy
• You Bars
• Protein Bars Recipe
• Clif Bar