If you haven't discovered the value of using high-quality Nutrition Bars to help you reach your training and physique goals, you're living in the past.

The new generation of Nutrition Bars are inexpensive, super-convenient, packed with quality nutrients, and delicious. There's no longer any excuse for not eating right throughout the day. Just make sure you've got a couple of bars nearby and you're all set.

If you're looking for a Nutrition Bar that fits into your diet program, here's a quick content guide that will point you in the right direction.

[Note: because the nutrient contents of a particular bar can depend to some extent on the specific flavor, the following details represent "average content"]

ADVANTAGE BARS

Calories: 240
Fat: 10 g
Carbohydrates: 2.5 g
Protein: 20 g

Flavors: Almond Brownie, Chocolate Coconut, Chocolate Macadamia Nut, Chunky Peanut Butter.

Comments: An excellent low carb bar from the experts at Atkin's Nutritionals.

BALANCE BARS

Calories: 180
Fat: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Protein: 14 g

Flavors: Almond Brownie, Almond Butter Crunch, Banana Coconut, Chocolate, Chocolate Raspberry Fudge, Cranberry, Honey Peanut, Mocha, Toasted Crunch, Yogurt Honey.

Comments: Extremely well-balanced nutrition, just like the name says, and great taste too.

SOURCE ONE BAR

Calories: 190
Fat: 3 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Protein: 15 g

Flavors: Chocolate Peanut, Banana Split, Caramel Apple, Chocolate Cheese Cake, Chocolate Raspberry, Devil's Food Cake, Iced Oatmeal Raisin, Mocha Latte Swirl, Peanut Butter & Jelly.

Comments: One of the best tasting bars around . . . light and easy to digest.

MET-RX BAR

Calories: 330
Fat: 3 g
Carbohydrates: 48 g
Protein: 27 g

Flavors: Chocolate Graham Cracker, Java Chip, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Peanut Butter Cookie Dough, Fudge Brownie, Vanilla.

Comments: A quality bar with MET-Rx's famous protein blend.

POWER BAR

Calories: 230
Fat: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Protein: 9 g

Flavors: Chocolate, Malt Nut, Wild Berry, Apple/Cinnamon, Banana, Mocha, Oatmeal Raisin, Peanut Butter, Apple Crisp, Blueberry, Cherry Crunch, Chocolate, Peanut Chocolate Chip, Strawberry.

Comments: A good choice for those who prefer a more traditional high carb, low fat approach.

PR IRONMAN BARS

Calories: 230
Fat: 8 g
Carbohydrates: 24 g
Protein: 16 g

Flavors: Chocolate Chunk, Chocolate Praline, Cookie Dough, Cookies 'N Cream, Creamy Peanut, Granola, Kona Crunch, Yogurt Berry.

Comments: Nice balance between flavor and content.

PROMAX BARS

Calories: 280
Fat: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Protein: 20 g

Flavors: Apple Pie a la Mode, Double Fudge Brownie, Lemon Chiffon, Mocha Blast, Peanut Butter Crunch, Raspberry Truffle.

Comments: As you can probably tell by the names, Promax Bars come in some very interesting flavors, and they're all outstanding. A top-seller.

PURE PROTEIN BAR

Calories: 200
Fat: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Protein: 30 g

Flavors: Chewy Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Deluxe, Peanut Butter, Strawberry Shortcake, White Chocolate Mousse.

Comments: A personal favorite . . . this is the choice for all you high protein fans. Hard to believe something that tastes so good can be so good for you.

ZonePerfect Bar

Calories: 200
Fat: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Protein: 15 g

Flavors: Almond Crunch, Apple Cinnamon Crunch, Chocolate Almond Fudge, Chocolate Raspberry Extreme, Honey Peanut, Strawberry Fruit Crunch, Strawberry Yogurt.

Comments: If you're following the ZonePerfect Diet, then you'll want to give these convenient bars a try.

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If you have questions about this article, feel free to contact certified personal trainer Jim Coughlin. You can reach him at 240-422-0404 or by email.