Best granola & nutrition bars according to redditors

I'm trying to minimize fast food and other garbage, and lose a few pounds as I work towards my 1/2 goal of 1:30. I've been eating these protein bars with lots of fiber and lots of protein, and imo they're pretty tasty. But now i'm eating way too many of them, and I want to try some meal prep to mix things up. I'm thinking kale and some crushed nuts--anyone have a bulk meal prep kale recipe that'd they'd recommend?

Edit: You guys are amazing, thanks :)

You must be looking at a different flavor. This is zero carb.

Meat/Protein/Milk:
[Chicken of the Sea Chunk Light Tuna in Water, 3-Ounce Easy Open Cans (Pack of 24)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0012271RA/)

[Starkist Chunk Light Tuna in Water, 5 Ounce (Pack of 10)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001IH8ERA)

[Kirkland Signature chicken breast, packed in water, premium chunk, 6 12.5-ounce cans]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004YPJKBC/)

[Hormel Black Label Fully Cooked Bacon - 72 ct]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F54QG1S)

[Nestle Carnation Instant Nonfat Dry Milk, 25.6-Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VITI0K)

Crackers/Snacks:
[Nabisco Original Premium Saltine Crackers Topped with Sea Salt, 3 Pound]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004WN7DNS/)

[Pepperidge Farm Baked Goldfish Crackers - 66oz (4.1 lbs)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CBCJGE)

[Nabisco Honey Maid Graham Crackers 4-14.4oz Boxes]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001G4LRDI/)

[Snyders Mini Pretzels Tub, 40 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005MZQM6O/)

[Stauffer's Original Animal Crackers - 4lb 14oz tub]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001NC8HS6/)

Pasta/Sauce:
[Kraft Blue Box Macaroni & Cheese, 7.25-Ounce Boxes]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0019RLJV2/)

[Barilla Meat Sauce Gemelli Italian Entree, 9 Ounce Microwavable Bowls (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B2JRNBM)

[Campbell's SpaghettiOs plus Calcium, 15 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004GH8IJ8)

[Chef Boyardee Big Beef Ravioli, Overstuffed, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XUJ3RK/)

[Chef Boyardee Mini Ravioli, 15-Ounce Units (Pack of 24)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001BCVDXO)

[Chef Boyardee Jumbo Spaghetti and Meatballs, 14.5-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XUJ47O/)

[Campbell's Raviolios, 15 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004GH6X86/)

[Barilla Pasta Sauce Variety Pack, 24 Ounce Jars, 4 Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FQGP20Q/)

[Ragu America's Favorite Pasta Sauce Traditional Old World Style Sause 2 Pound 13 Ounce Value Jars (Pack of 3)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003CU5UXC)

[Barilla Spaghetti Pasta, 32 Ounce Boxes (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00338DSQ4/)

Soup/Chili:
[Campbell's Chunky Classic Chicken Noodle Soup, 15.25 Ounce Microwavable Bowls (Pack of 8)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000V6L2FK/)
-This product has a drop down that has all the other campbell soups in bulk too, just make sure it still says Prime after you've selected.

[Campbell's Chunky Healthy Request Sirloin Burger with Country Vegetables Soup, 18.8 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0029TJTQG/)

[Campbell's Chunky Creamy Chicken & Dumplings Soup, 18.8 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014EW4L4)

[Campbell's Homestyle Healthy Request Mexican-Style Chicken Tortilla Soup, 18.6 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014EOVI8/)

[Campbell's Chunky Roadhouse Beef & Bean Chili, 19 Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014EW4N2)

[Maruchan Ramen Noodle Soup, Chicken Flavor, 3 oz, 36 Packs]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CUGD9Y)

Bread/Tortillas/Stuffing:
[Stove Top Stuffing - (6) 8 oz. pouches]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004BL6ZJ4)

[Bisquick All Purpose Mix, 80 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0028B9ZGE)

[Mestemacher Bread Whole Rye, 17.6-Ounce (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00472672C/)

[Mestemacher Bread Three Grain, 17.6-Ounce (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00471YHU2/)

[Jiffy, Corn Muffin Mix, 8.5oz Box (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006NN0J9A)

[Ortega Flour Tortillas, 14.3 Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009GGVQFC)

[Ortega Tortillas, Whole Wheat, 16 Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F9TDJEQ)

Fruit/Veg/Beans:
[Idahoan Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese, 1.5 Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D3J98D0)

[Sun Maid Natural California Raisins, 32-Ounce (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004UKJS68)

[Libby's Organic Cut Green Beans, 14.5-Ounces Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PUGZ0)

[Libby's Organic Sweet Peas, 15-Ounces Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040Q0TPQ)

[Libby's Organic Whole Kernel Sweet Corn, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PWYVO/)

[Libby's Fruit Mix -chunky In Pear juices Concentrate, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PYG9W/)

[Libby's Organic Dark Red Kidney Beans, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040Q0JWO/)

[Libby's Organic Pinto Beans, 15-Ounces Cans (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040PYXXG/)

[Sylvia's Collard Greens, 14.5 Ounce Packages (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002TXF62S/)

[B&G Foods Ortega Black Beans, 15-Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005D6E336/)

[Old El Paso Refried Beans, Fat Free, 16-Ounce (Pack of 12)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00374W630)

Rice:
[Nishiki Premium Rice, Medium Grain, 15-Pound Bag]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004NRLAVY/)

[Botan Musenmai Calrose Rice, 5-Pound Bags (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001SAQDT8/)

[Dynasty Jasmine Rice, 20-Pound]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004NRG77Q/)

Breakfast:
[Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Rich Milk Chocolate Powder, 10-Count Envelopes (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0037YXQMA)

[Quaker Instant Grits Flavor Variety 50 Pack Variety Value Box]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0027INRDA)

[Golden Grill Russet Hashbrown Potatoes(48 servings)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00470NIOO)

[Quaker Instant Oatmeal Packets Variety Pack, 52-Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000O9WEY2/)

[Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Frosted Strawberry, 36-Count Box]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ZXCA2U/)

[Kellogg's Pop-tarts Frosted Toaster Pastries, 24-Strawberries & 24-Brown Sugar Cinnamon-, 86 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008QP5LIC/)

[Rice Krispies Toasted Rice Cereal, 18-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001E6GL66/)

[Quaker Chewy Granola Bar, Variety Pack, 8-Count (Pack of 6)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005ER1AEE)

[Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars Oats 'N Honey, 96-Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LTM29M)

[Nutri-Grain-Kellogg's Cereal Bars Variety Pack, 48-Count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LTIDR2)

PB&J:
[Peter Pan Creamy Peanut Butter, 40-Ounce Jars (Pack of 3)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00295IGHS)

[Jif Creamy Peanut Butter, 48 Ounce, 2 count]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0094IN7UE)

[Planters Peanut Butter Crunchy, 28 Ounce (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004R8L712)

[Planters Natural Creamy Peanut Butter, 26.5 Ounce (Pack of 4)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005DDC3JK)

[Nutella Chocolate Hazelnut Spread 35.3oz Jar]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008IGB0QQ)

[Welch's Concord Grape Jelly 2 ~ 32oz Jars]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004TKZ7A0)

Other Stuff:
[Hormel Compleats Meals - VARIETY FLAVORS (6 - 10 Ounce Microwavable Bowls) - Beef Stew, Meatloaf, Roast Beef, Spaghetti, Chicken Alfredo, Turkey & Dressing]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D5WZUFA)

[Heinz Ketchup, Relish and Mustard Picnic Pack, 3 Bottles]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XLOOCS)

[Heinz Tomato Ketchup Jug, 114 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00112AM2C)

[McCormick Taco Seasoning Mix, 24-Ounce Unit]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003OJ0MU2)

[Tone's Spices Taco Seasoning Traditional Blend for Mexican Dishes - Net Weight 23 oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000P00HXA)

Addon items (Free shipping with Prime for orders over $25!)
[Cheerios Cereal, 21 Ounce (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L1KPV7U/)

[Honey Nut Cheerios Cereal, 21.6 Ounce (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KYW1K26)

[Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal, 23.6 Ounce (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KYW24WQ)

[Raisin Bran Crunch Cereal, 18.2 -Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006W5WAL4)

[Planters Peanuts, Dry Roasted, Lightly Salted (Bonus Pack), 20-Ounce Packages (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JD8Y2HC)

[Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise, 30oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LQTTVY)

[Kraft Mayonnaise, 30-Ounce Jars (Pack of 2)]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VMW0KC/)

[French's Classic Yellow Squeeze Bottle Mustard 14 oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00061EOP0/)

[Heinz Tomato Ketchup, 38 Ounce Bottle]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009GFW8C8)

[Planters Creamy Peanut Butter Jar, Natural, 15 Ounce]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005DDC3JK)

[Domino Premium Pure Cane Granulated Sugar 4lb Bag]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004LAZ8SO)

[Pillsbury Best All Purpose Flour, 5 Pound]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005EOTMA6)

[Morton Iodized Salt 26oz]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0019N87XE)

[Church & Dwight #01110 16oz Arm & Hammer Baking Soda]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001B2W09A)

[Morton's Salt, Mccormick Pepper Pack, 5.25-ounce Shakers]
(http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0005YMEFK)

https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Protein-energy-variety/dp/B01GSL9KAU

Kirkland (Costco) brand Protein bars. I'd just avoid the cinnamon ones - the taste is OK at first, but it gets old fast.

https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Protein-energy-variety/dp/B01GSL9KAU

Ooooh I love Quest Bars! I really enjoy the S'mores flavor, mint chocolate chip, and pumpkin pie (: The pumpkin pie one is a little higher in calories so I'd use that as more of a treat. I also recently have tried the Kirkland Protein Bar which is like Costco's version of a Quest bar. They taste pretty good and are a little cheaper if you wanna save some $$$ lol

Omg this is exactly what I needed to hear. Was close to the tipping point of buying a few boxes of Quests. Thanks brah

Edit: for those of you who ain't part of that Costco club like myself, free shipping from Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01GSL9KAU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_a_it?qid=1466475919&sr=8-1&keywords=kirkland+protein+bars&pi=SY200_QL40

I love Quest bars, and now I love these too: https://www.amazon.com/Oh-Yeah-One-Bar-Compliant/dp/B073G7TYN2/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1505886398&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=oh+yeah+bars&psc=1

The flavors are phenomenal! I mean, a protein bar that tastes like Birthday Cake or a Maple Glazed Donut?! Sooooo gooooood

This made me LOL. I was talking to a friend last night about keto and told him I got a box of Epic Bacon Bars and he was like, "holy crap, I can do that diet!"

I enjoy Nugo Slim in Crunchy Peanut Butter, 17g protein, 7g fat, 18g carbs, and 180 calories. I think these are pretty tasty but on the smaller size.

I've also tried D's No Cow Bars 20g protein, 4.5 fat, 25 carbs, 160 calories. I think the Peanut Butter tastes the best, but even that one has a weird texture. They are quite pricey too.

At Costco you can get rx bars, 12 for 16$. They only have 12 g of protein, but no dairy!

These are also crazy tasty, and over 15 g of protein! And work out to 1.58$ per bar.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0098IYDQW/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1523291500&sr=8-2&keywords=nugo%2Bslim%2Bbars&dpPl=1&dpID=41XptaAosWL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

Ha! Trader Joes sells these and they're the bomb

https://www.amazon.com/Epic-Natural-Chicken-Sriracha-Count/dp/B00V4KWGEI?th=1

Quest bars are my favorite, but I recently discovered these Costco knockoffs that only come in two varieties, but same macros for a fraction of the price of Quest bars. They are my go-to now. I order them on Amazon as I don't have a Costco near me.

They're Kirkland brand, but Kirkland is Costco's store brand and they're renowned for basically just repackaging top name brands so they could also be Quest bars.

https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Protein-energy-variety/dp/B01GSL9KAU

These are them, so if they otherwise look similar, it could be the same product in two wrappers.

Amazon

Kirkland Signature Protein Bars Chocolate Peanut Butter and Cinnamon Roll, 20 Bars https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079M2W3J4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_pxm1AbGREC0KM

I did a hike (2 nights) on W30 last year and we had a variety of the following: Almonds, Bananas, chomps, compliant larabars, hard boiled eggs, compliant epic bars, packaged tuna in oil or water.

Everyone should have these on their wishlist!

Happy birthday Kramdiw !

Oh, and holy shit you know Ironstylus! He does a DAMN good job over at riot.

I would like the Dice Attack shirt :)

It tastes exactly like these:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NTDJ6B3/ref=cm\_sw\_em\_r\_mt\_dp\_U\_gG4YDbZ85Q4X0

Does your family have a Costco membership? They sell Kirkland brand protein bars there that are pretty tasty (they've improved them a lot over the last 2 years; they used to be super gross). You can buy them for a higher price on Amazon.

Maybe even just pick up a bag of protein powder. It's not necessarily a cheap option, but it is an easy way to get more protein.

Could you make/have your family make some bean-based meals? It could be a simple pinto bean meal, or try out some different chickpea dishes (I love curry chickpeas).

I also just like munching on fried tofu as a snack (dried, pressed, salted, covered in garlic powder, fried in sesame oil).

You can absolutely do it! It doesn't necessarily need to be raw vegan, however, especially as there are a huge variety of cooked & other non-raw vegan protein sources available. So let's start with the baskets:

• You're at 160 pounds now
  
• You want to gain 20 pounds of muscle, so a 20-pound weight-gain project to hit 180 pounds
  
• Go to www.iifym.com and walk through the calculator (note that it requires an email address, so use a dummy email address if you use one), then reply to this post with your calories & macros (it will be available on the page after you submit your email address) required for a weight-gain diet (I'd recommend going with an aggressive weight-gain plan)
  
  The next step is to figure out a meal-prep approach to allow you to easily provide the correct macros in your food every day. Your job is to simply hit those macros every day, combined with exercise, to achieve the results you want over time. No guesswork! You can have full confidence that you are feeding yourself appropriately to get the results you want with IIFYM!
  
  As far as food options go, there are TONS of vegan protein sources available (looping back to vegan, not raw vegan). Here are some powder & drink mixes:
  
  
• Vega protein powder blends
  
• Vega protein shakes
  
• Watermelon seed protein powder
  
• Pumpkin seed protein powder
  
• Soy protein powder
  
• Sunflower seed protein powder
  
• Yellow pea protein powder
  
• Brown rice protein powder
  
• Whole oat powder
  
• Peanut butter powder
  
• Spirulina powder
  
• Nature's Plus Spiru-tein shake
  
  Some snacks:
  
  
• Vega protein bars
  
• Garden of Life protein bars
  
• Orgain protein bars
  
• Truwoman protein bars
  
• GoMacro protein bars
  
• Complete protein cookies
  
• Munk Pack protein cookies
  
• Frooze balls energy bites
  
• NOKA superfood pouches
  
• Hippeas chickpea puffs
  
• Vega protein chips
  
  Some natural(ish) sources:
  
  
• Seitan (wheat protein)
  
• Tofu
  
• Tempeh
  
• Soy milk
  
• Edamame
  
• Textured vegetable protein (TVP)
  
• Lentils
  
• Beans
  
• Hemp seeds (non-THC/CBD; especially hulled hemp hearts)
  
• Pumpkin seeds
  
• Chia seeds
  
• Nuts
  
• Nut butters
  
  Some plant-based recipes & recipe collections:
  
  
• ProteinPOW's vegan protein desserts recipe list
  
• No-bake vegan protein energy bites
  
• Minimalist Baker's high-protein vegan recipes
  
• Wallflower Kitchen's high-protein vegan recipes
  
  So as you can see, you have your choice of whole foods, recipes, and packaged meal & snack options available to choose from. You can eat food, make meals & snacks, or just buy stuff off the shelf & eat that, or any mix of those things. A macros-based vegan diet can be the polar opposite of weak & boring if you're willing to track your macros every day & put some effort into trying new recipes & products!

The only thing we already had in common was a $70 pot, so I added these

ZOMG We Need this

thanks for the contest!

Some of these Costco bars are "granola" bars in terms of form factor but don't have any grain! Like, they have these: https://www.amazon.com/Caveman-Foods-Paleo-Friendly-Nutrition-Chocolate/dp/B00IRRJY2S which TBH are so good I had a hard time believing the carb count. These also have no grain and are also really good: https://www.amazon.com/Organic-Paleo-Bars-oz-Pack/dp/B07PPR5L4M

Yes there's definitely sugar in them...but also plenty of protein and fat.

I like these if I am buying it.
https://www.amazon.com/Epic-Natural-Grass-Venison-Pepper/dp/B01D157TZE/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1520858808&sr=8-3&keywords=venison%2Bjerky&th=1

But yeah I dehydrate my own also since its super easy and then I know there are 0 carbs in mine. I got my dehydrator for like $35.

I love the EPIC Chicken Sriracha bars as a savory protein bar alternative. Certified GF.

Apparently you can buy them on amazon if you aren't a member: Protein Bar Kirkland Signature delicious energy variety (total 20 pack: 10 Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, 10 Chocolate Brownie) Gluten Free, Real Chocolate, 15g of Fiber 2.12 oz bars https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GSL9KAU/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_4sgYxbD8MXFET

Crickets is where it's at. Amazon actually has a handful of cricket based products now and it's actually pretty interesting. Basically it's like 1000x more efficient then cattle, has way more benefits for you vitamin wise, and is pretty versatile. I've now tried these protein bars and these chips both made from cricket flour (ground crickets essentially), and they are both good. Couldn't tell the difference between them and similar products made with other flour substitutes like almond flour.

Just $2 or $3, turns out it was ground up so that it was easier to eat, but in the package it looks like it was just a cut of meat

This was the Vinson and I enjoyed it

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D157TZE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_WOJDAbYX4X6EC

Protect yourself from these situations! PURSE BACON! That said, if you don't have actual purse bacon, keep a pepperoni stick in your purse, or one of these, my actual favorite emergency food

:ZOMG We Need this!

This box of gluten-free delicious awesomeness. It gives us nutrients on the go, and it's so, sooooo yummy. We need this.

Mine is in my "Help/Needs" list.

Thanks for the contest, and I totally swiped your belt for my wish list!

https://www.amazon.com/Sola-Vanilla-Almond-Chocolate-Granola/dp/B07GJXF562/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=sola+bread&qid=1554770467&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1

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Tastes like real bread.

also in the freezer Nature valley sweet & salty peanut bar

So they are not beef jerky, but they taste like it.

Epic bars, you can get them on amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010SXA5ZS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Moon Cheese is lightweight and portable.

Epic Uncured Bacon bars are a little on the heavy side, but if you have a campsite, they could work.

They're these Protein One bars!

I havent until now. They seem to run about 3.50 on amazon. A bit cheaper. Surprisingly I just found these on these too though
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Maybe I should check out Costco's brand :)

These are my go to quick snack/sweet tooth killer-thingy. They have no sugar and are pretty tasty, especially when warmed in the microwave for 10 seconds. Quest bars are good too and have more variety, but are a bit more expensive. Raw veggies and fruits are another good choice.

I like these things called banana squares or banana brownies for traveling. They’re super small but all the nutrition of a full banana.

Ipanema Valley Square Banana - All Natural Banana Fruit Energy Snack Perfect for Breakfast, Pre-Workout, Office - Gluten Free, Dairy Free, No Added Sugar (48 Squares - Banana) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HZ112ZP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_R802DbWP5BKY8

The Nature Valley Biscuits taste the same and are much easier to eat (the blueberry biscuits are amazing).

Turns out you can get them on Amazon for only slightly more than the Costco member price! I have no local Costco, so I'm stoked.

https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Protein-Chocolate-Cinnamon/dp/B079M2W3J4/

Amazon.com : RXBAR Real Food Protein Bar, Chococolate Hazelnut, Gluten Free, 1.83oz Bars, 12 Count ... Product Dimensions: 0.8 x 2.2 x 5.2 inches ; 1.44 ounces; Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping ...

https://www.amazon.com/RXBAR-Protein-Chocolate-Hazelnut-1-83oz/dp/B07D8L3WR4

• Oatmeal
  
• Granola and fresh or dried fruit
  
• Crackers/carrots/celery and peanut butter
  
• Coffee or tea
  
• Granola or protein bars - Kashi make some really tasty ones
  
• I really like these breakfast biscuits with almond butter from Nature Valley, they also have other flavours like blueberry or honey or lemon poppyseed
  
• Pop Tarts - some of their flavours are dairy free; I personally don't love them when they aren't toasted but I know many people who eat them out the box

Chocolate Kudos Variety Pack

https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Protein-energy-variety/dp/B01GSL9KAU

Sorry forgot to say protein bar 😂
https://www.amazon.com/Kirkland-Signature-Protein-energy-variety/dp/B01GSL9KAU#customerReviews

They're these ones, but I would buy them in store so they're fresh.

Ugh, I hate Stinger Waffles with a passion! First, you can't open them easily. Next, they are usually in a million pieces, so when you do rip the package open half of the contents fall out. The other half is a chore to try and dump into your mouth. Just a total F-up of a product in my opinion.

Instead I like Nature Valley Granola Bars. They are rock hard and won't break. The package can be opened with your teeth. You can just pull out one bar and put the other bar in your pocket for later. One bar comes out to about 100 calories as well. Super cheap and I can get them at most any grocery store rather than having to make special trips to the bike shop. I haven't had any gut problems with them either. Only real drawback is that they take a bit of work to chew, though a swig of water does the trick.

My original stated numbers were a little off.

Also, it's hard to compare before to after since I have a DEXA at the BULK and educated guesses at the cut. If I use my home impedance scale (not accurate, but it's consistent) then I want from like 22%=>17% giving better numbers. A Dexa=>Dexa would be best.

I too keto. (keto for life!) I love it. I'm sitting here at my desk with with a pile of Epic bars and my protein powder.

I calculate and get my .8 protein per lean daily. Low carbs. High fat. Mucho veggies.

I've always been REALLY low on muscle. i.e. I worked out like a flipping manic in high school when I was in football. We all had sloppy diets and poor routines. But my buddies turned into hulks and I stayed very similar and barely progressed. I ended high school at 125lbs.
(yes, a better diet and program would have helped me then, but all my buddies ate shit and did the "nothing but bench" routine. Some of them looked like wrestlers and went off to start in college ball.)

I have medically confirmed low T. I am not interested in taking gear.

I hear you though. I'm always looking to improve. Trying to eat cleaner, work out harder.

Funny thing is that relatively speaking I'm top of my class. I'm 40. Most everyone I know is not fit. Last month I went to a pool party for my kid's soccer party. I swam. The moms were 'mirin. The dads were asking how I stayed so incredibly fit. (hint, for starters ease up on that jug of red wine.)

Thanks for your advice and taking the time. I'm excited to see where I am in 6 months.