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What is leucine, and what are the benefits?

New research indicates that leucine, an essential amino acid that occurs naturally in food, is particularly effective at flipping the anabolic switch and promoting muscle protein synthesis. The new POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS bar takes advantage of this cutting-edge research by providing 30g of muscle-building protein, 33-35g of carbs, and 3.5g of leucine per serving.

I have food allergies. Can I eat POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS bars?

If you are allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, milk, soy, or gluten (from wheat flour, oats or malt) you should not eat POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS bars.

• Peanuts/Nuts: All POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS 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 PROTEINPLUS bars. Consult with your physician for more information.
• Milk: All POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS bars contain milk ingredients If you have allergies to milk, we recommend that you do not eat POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS bars. Consult with your physician for more information.
• Soy: All POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS flavors contain soy ingredients. If allergic to soy, we recommend that you do not eat POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS bars. Consult with your physician for more information.
• Gluten: Since our bars are made on equipment that also processes products with wheat, we recommend that you do not eat POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS bars if you are sensitive to gluten. Consult with your physician for more information.

SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS

Is POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS appropriate for diabetics?

Any food can fit into a well-planned diet. It is important for anyone with diabetes to work with their physician to determine whether a product is appropriate for their individual diet plan.

Are there any Trans Fatty Acids in POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS bars?

POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS bars do not contain any trans fats. Trans fatty acids are substances that, depending on intake and total dietary patterns, can raise total blood cholesterol levels, and can raise LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and lower HDL (“good”) cholesterol.

What is fractionated palm kernel oil?

Fractionated palm kernel oil is made by heating palm kernel oil and removing the liquid portion (or “fraction”) as it is cooled. This fractionation process creates a solid fat made up primarily of saturated fats with desirable properties from the standpoint of food manufacture.

Fractionation vs. Hydrogenation
Fractionation is different from the process of hydrogenation, which chemically alters oils. In this process, 'trans fats' are also created. Partially hydrogenated oils are solid and stable at room temperature and found in many current snack foods. However, the National Academy of Sciences has recently recommended that Americans consume as little trans fat as possible within a healthy diet. Although a heart-healthy diet should seek to limit both saturated and trans fats, current guidelines allow up to 10% of daily calories from saturated fat while there is no recommendation yet set for trans fat. This follows scientific evidence showing consumption of trans fat-containing foods increases LDL, or bad, cholesterol, and decreases HDL, or good, cholesterol, thereby increasing risk for heat disease.

Where and why do we use fractionated palm kernel oil?

Some POWERBAR® bars are coated or dipped in a yogurt or chocolaty coating. We believe that these coatings make our bars more delicious and provide our consumers with a greater variety of healthy, convenient snacks to choose from. The coatings contain fractionated palm kernel oil which is solid and stable at room temperature. Regular vegetable oil would cause the coatings to melt at even slightly warm temperatures and is also more prone to rancidity which can lead to undesirable flavor changes.

Why is consuming protein important after exercise?

Protein is essential for muscle recovery following exercise. When you eat a combination of protein and carbohydrates, your body more effectively converts and stores the carbohydrate in the muscles as glycogen. Protein helps support muscle recovery and provides the building blocks necessary for muscles to grow stronger and handle the stress of future workouts.

NUTRITION

What are the nutritional advantages of POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS?

POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS 30g Protein bars are made with TRISOURCE protein and contains 3.5g leucine a key driver of muscle growth POWERBAR TRISOURCE protein is an exclusive blend of high quality whey, casein and soy proteins. Protein is essential to help repair, maintain and grow human tissues and muscles. Athletes generally require 0.54 grams to 0.81 grams of protein per pound (1.2-1.8 grams per kg) of body weight per day.

Why is it important to consume carbohydrates with protein?

Protein is essential for muscle recovery following exercise. When you eat a combination of protein and carbohydrates, your body more effectively converts and stores the carbohydrate in the muscles as glycogen. Protein helps support muscle recovery and provides the building blocks necessary for muscles to grow stronger and handle the stress of future workouts.

Do other bars offer high-quality protein? How can I tell?

The FDA requires that a food's protein quality be measured using Protein Digestibility-Corrected Amino Acid Scoring (PDCAAS). The score ranks proteins based on digestibility and the relative level of essential amino acids. Protein is comprised of amino acids, and the essential amino acids are the ones that you must obtain through your diet since your body cannot manufacture them.

To determine if a bar contains high-quality protein, take a look at the Nutrition Facts panel on the back of the wrapper. There will be a row that lists the total grams of protein contained in that bar. If the bar is a making a protein claim, by regulation there should also be a % DV (Daily Value) listed next to the total number of grams. That DV percentage is corrected, or lowered, when a protein's PDCAAS score is lower than 1.0. For example, if the protein content is 30g, and the %DV is any less than 60%, then it means a PDCAAS score of less than 1.0 was applied (30g / 50g Daily Value = 60% DV). If the %DV corresponding to 30g of protein were 45% instead of 60%, for example, it would mean that the PDCAAS protein score for that product is 0.75, which is significantly lower in protein quality (by one quarter) than the 1.0 score for POWERBAR's high quality TRISOURCE blend.

Can I eat POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS during my pregnancy

Yes. POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS provides essential nutrients like protein, iron and calcium that your body needs during pregnancy. If sensitivity exists to any of the ingredients listed on the label of the bars, you should not eat these bars. Consult your obstetrician for additional information.

What are the protein sources in POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS bars?

The POWERBAR TRISOURCE protein blend is a combination of three protein sources; Whey Protein Isolate, Calcium Caseinate and Soy Protein Isolate. As with other POWERBAR products, we strive to make the highest quality products available to help athletes achieve their performance goals. We developed the TRISOURCE protein blend in POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS to be a high quality protein source.

When should I use POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS?

POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS is designed for use before and/or after a workout to aid in muscle growth and recovery and is also a convenient source of high quality protein to add to your overall diet. Protein is one of the most vital and complex nutrients in a diet, and helps support muscle recovery after strenuous exercise. Consuming half of a bar before and half after working out, or a full serving after a workout, is ideal for jumpstarting the muscle-building process.

USAGE

Who should use POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS?

The POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS high protein bar was developed according to the needs of world class athletes and others who want a convenient, great tasting source of high quality protein. As with other POWERBAR products, POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS is a great addition to a healthy diet to help achieve optimal performance.

The TRISOURCE protein advantage

The POWERBAR TRISOURCE protein blend is a combination of three protein sources; Whey Protein Isolate, Calcium Caseinate and Soy Protein Isolate. As with other POWERBAR products, we strive to make the highest quality products available to help athletes achieve their performance goals. We developed the TRISOURCE protein blend in POWERBAR PROTEINPLUS to be a high quality protein source.