How do I use the PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bar?
PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bar tastes like a candy bar, but is a great choice for use before or during moderate-intensity exercise and sports, like skating and snowboarding. The nuts, oat bran, and 10 grams of protein deliver nutritious, long-lasting energy and muscle-building power. Fueling correctly can make a big impact on how you feel and perform no matter what you’re tackling. Eat 1 bar 30–60 minutes before exercise, and for activities lasting over 1 hour, eat 1 bar per hour. PowerBar Triple Threat Energy bar is a cutting edge combination of great taste, energy, and nutrition!
Why do PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bars come in Layered and Crisp varieties?
Because consumers love variety and choices. Select a Fusion flavor or have a Crisp flavor. Or go crazy and indulge in one of each. The choice is yours. And you can rest easy knowing that whichever PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bar you chose, you will be getting the nutritious energy — protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals — that you expect from PowerBar.
Are PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bars all natural?
PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bars are not all natural but they feature whole grains such as oats and contain no preservatives and no artificial flavors. Please check the ingredient statement on individual flavors for more information.
Is PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bar appropriate for use by those with diabetes?
It is important for anyone with diabetes to work with their physician or registered dietitian to determine whether a product is appropriate for their individual diet plan. The PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bar provides 2 carbohydrate exchanges, 1 medium-fat protein exchange, and 1 fat exchange based on the American Dietetic Association and the American Diabetes Association exchange lists.
I'm lactose intolerant. Can I eat a PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bar?
All PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bar flavors contain some dairy-based ingredients. Although the amount of lactose is low enough to allow nearly all lactose-intolerant people to be able to eat these bars, the small amount of lactose in each bar may cause gastric upset in individuals that are highly intolerant of lactose.
I have food allergies. Can I eat a PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bar?
If you are allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, milk, soy, or gluten (from wheat flour, oats or malt) you should not eat PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bars.
• Peanuts/Nuts: All PowerBar Triple Threat Energy 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 Triple Threat Energy bars.
• Milk: All PowerBar Triple Threat Energy bars contain milk ingredients. If you have allergies to milk, we recommend that you do not eat PowerBar Triple Threat Energy bars.
• Soy: All PowerBar Triple Threat Energy bars flavors contain soy ingredients. If allergic to soy, we recommend that you do not eat PowerBar Triple Threat Energy bars.
• Eggs: All PowerBar Triple Threat Energy bars do not contain egg ingredients.
• Wheat/Gluten: Since our bars are made on equipment that also processes products with wheat, we recommend that you do not eat them if you are sensitive to gluten or allergic to wheat. Consult with your physician for more information on food allergies and intolerances.
Will PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bars freeze?
With its open texture, PowerBar® Triple Threat® Crisp bars can be consumed in cold weather conditions. However, the PowerBar Triple Threat Layered bars do harden in freezing temperatures. Try softening the bar by warming it next to your body for a few minutes or wear it in an inside pocket of your jacket.
How should I store my PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bars?
Store PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bars in a cool, dry place, between 40–70° F. PowerBar Triple Threat Energy bars do not need to be refrigerated. However, storing a PowerBar Triple Threat Energy bar in areas where the temperature exceeds 70° F for an extended period of time will result in significant changes to the taste, texture, color, and coating of the product.
How long will my PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bars last?
Each PowerBar® Triple Threat® Energy bar is stamped with a "best by" date. Although it is safe to eat PowerBar Triple Threat Energy bars after this date, we recommend that you use the bar by the “best by” date to ensure you’re getting the freshest product and receiving the full nutritional benefits of the product.