Best Breakfast Bars For Losing Weight

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I hate to say it, but granola bars are kind of the ex-boyfriends of the snack world: They look great on the outside, but a lot of them kinda suck once you unwrap the package.

You deserve better, so skip the crap that's loaded with sugar, empty calories, and junk ingredients. “Choose a bar that adds value to your diet and contributes protein, fiber, whole grains, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, with as little processing as possible, ” says nutritionist Bonnie Taub-Dix, RDN author of

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Ideally, you want a bar that comes in around 150 to 200 calories and provides at least three grams of fiber, says Taub-Dix. (Bonus: Look for five to 10 grams of protein—more if you're grabbing a bar for your post-workout snack.)

If you find a bar that packs more than 10 grams of sugar, check the source. If it's all from fruit, you're in the clear. But if you see dextrose, maltose, organic cane juice, rice syrup, or other sneaky sugars on the label, skip it.

You’ll also want to avoid sugar alcohols, like maltitol, mannitol, sorbitol, and xylitol, says nutritionist Alissa Rumsey, RD, founder of Alissa Rumsey Nutrition and Wellness. Lots of people experience bloating and gas after eating these ingredients. (Fun?)

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Eating. “When you are satisfied with what you eat or snack on, you are less likely to overeat in the future and stay fuller longer, ” Rumsey says.

Per serving: 200 calories, 15 g fat (3 g sat fat), 140 mg sodium, 16 g carbohydrates, 5 g sugar, 7 g fiber, 6 g protein

Made with vanilla, honey, almonds, and flaxseeds, these sweet-but-wholesome granola bars help send food to kids in need across the globe. Not that you needed the extra snacking incentive. 

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Per serving: 170 calories, 9 g fat (1 g sat fat), 85 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrates, 6 g sugar, 8 g fiber, 4 g protein

Get a coveted combo of sweet, salty, and chocolate-y in one bar. This one packs lots of healthy fats from almonds and peanuts, the first two ingredients.

Per serving: 200 calories, 9 g fat (1 g sat fat), 10 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrates, 7 g sugar, 4 g fiber, 6 g protein

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Go ahead and eat two of these if you're super-hungry. The chia seeds add a nice little crunch, while the berries offer a sweet flavor.

Per serving: 100 calories, 4.5 g fat (0.5 g sat fat), 45 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrates, 3 g sugar, 5 g fiber, 3 g protein

Get your PB&J fix in one portable, chewy bar. While this one does have 15 grams of sugar, it all comes from dates and raspberries.

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Per serving: 200 calories, 7 g fat (1 g sat fat), 135 mg sodium, 25 g carbohydrates, 15 g sugar, 5 g fiber, 12 g protein

Packed with 11 grams of whole grains, these chocolatey, gluten-free granola bars are perfectly chewy and make for a great snack or meal on-the-go.

Per serving: 140 calories, 4.5 g fat (1 g sat fat), 110 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrates, 9 g sugar, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein

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Per serving: 190 calories, 14 g fat (1.5 g sat fat), 160 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrates, 7 g sugar, 3 g fiber, 6 g protein

Another organic snack jam-packed with nuts, the Wella bar also offers a hint of sweet from the cherries—a great ingredient to have after exercise.

Per serving: 200 calories, 13 g fat (2.5 g sat fat), 15 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrates, 9 g sugar, 3 g fiber, 8 g protein

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Is there a better combo than nuts and chocolate? I think not. Turn to Kashi for a dark cocoa flavor you’ll love.

Per serving: 190 calories, 10 g fat (2 g sat fat), 115 mg sodium, 21 g carbohydrates, 9 g sugar, 4 g fiber, 8 g protein

This organic bar might be made for kids, but adults will love it too. The cookie flavor satisfies your sweet tooth, while the protein and fiber fill you up.

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Per serving: 170 calories, 9 g fat (2 g sat fat), 140 mg sodium, 16 g carbohydrates, 8 g sugar, 3 g fiber, 4 g protein

There’s nothing like peanut or almond butter to crush any creamy craving. And these bars offer the delicious nut butter inside a chocolate package—all for under 10 grams of sugar.

Per serving: 170 calories, 8 g fat (2.5 g sat fat), 110 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrates, 10 g sugar, 3 g fiber, 6 g protein

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With just five grams per bar, these boast one of the lowest sugar counts on this list. Junkless bars taste like dessert, but without too much of the sweet stuff.

Per serving: 130 calories, 5 g fat (1 g sat fat), 85 mg sodium, 20 g carbohydrates, 5 g sugar, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein

These Bob’s Red Mill bars feature the whole-grain oats they're famous four, along with peanut butter and other flavors. Choose the banana (or apple spice) options for less sugar.

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Per serving: 210 calories, 9 g fat (1.5 g sat fat), 100 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrates, 10 g sugar, 3 g fiber, 7 g protein

The chocolate-peanut butter combo really just never gets old. These bars feature real chocolate on the bottom and a crispy, chewy, nutty layer on top.

Per serving: 200 calories, 8 g fat (2.5 g sat fat), 150 mg sodium, 26 g carbohydrates, 8 g sugar, 3 g fiber, 8 g protein

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If you love Purely Elizabeth's granola, you’re in for a serious treat with these bars. They pack all the flavor into ready-to-eat snacks that are crunchy and satisfying.

Per serving: 200 calories, 15 g fat (6 g sat fat), 150 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrates, 7 g sugar, 3 g fiber, 5 g protein

Mallory Creveling, an ACE-certified personal trainer and RRCA-certified run coach, joined the Runner's World and Bicycling team in August 2021. She has more than a decade of experience covering fitness, health, and nutrition. As a freelance writer, her work appeared in Women's Health, Self, Men's Journal, Reader's Digest, and more. She has also held staff editorial positions at Family Circle and Shape magazines, as well as DailyBurn.com. A former New Yorker/Brooklynite, she's now based in Easton, PA.

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On busy mornings, it can sometimes be difficult to eat a healthy breakfast. Grabbing a breakfast bar can be a nutritious and convenient option when you’re in a rush.

Just two of these nutritious bars have 22 grams of whole grains from a blend of oats, amaranth, millet, buckwheat, and quinoa (1).

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In fact, one study found that eating 3 servings — around 90 grams — of whole grains per day may reduce your risk of heart disease by 22% (

With healthy fats from almonds and flax seeds, Kashi’s honey almond flax chewy granola bars are a nutritious option to start your day.

In fact, one bar provides 300 mg of the plant-based omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is almost 20% of the Daily Value (DV) (3,

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RXBAR products are loaded with protein from egg whites and nuts, making them a satisfying option for breakfast on the run (7).

Eating a protein-rich breakfast has been associated with increased fullness and fewer food cravings throughout the day, which may aid weight loss (

Unlike many other store-bought bars, NuGo Slim contains no hydrogenated vegetable oils and thus no trans fats, which have been linked to increased inflammation and a higher risk of heart disease (

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In fact, one apple pie Lärabar provides 15% of the DV for fiber. Fiber is vital for proper digestive health and regular bowel movements (13,

Clif Bars are an incredibly popular energy bar that also double as breakfast bars. In particular, their blueberry crisp flavor makes a great morning meal.

Made with rolled oats, soy protein, and dried blueberries, these bars are rich in protein and fiber to keep you full and energized all morning long (19).

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Plus, blueberries contain several anti-inflammatory compounds that may help boost immunity, promote brain and heart health, and protect against some cancers (

In particular, the chocolate chip banana variety provides over 20 grams of whole grains per bar for stable energy levels all morning long (21).

According to one study, 15 women with obesity who added peanut butter to their breakfast experienced better blood sugar control.

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