Kind Bars, Dark Chocolate, Nuts, And Sea Salt ($14.40)
Don't let its delicious ingredients — which include dark chocolate, nuts, and Brazilian sea salt — fool you. These bars contain just five grams of sugar per bar and have absolutely no trans fats, gluten, dairy, or GMOs. They're also a good source of fiber and have seven grams of protein per serving (you may want to pack a Greek yogurt in your bag for additional protein).
"My favorite is the dark chocolate and sea salt flavor," Registered Dietitian Keri Gans, author of The Small Change Diet, told Women's Health. “Besides satisfying my sweet tooth for chocolate, it is the perfect combination of healthy fat, fiber, and protein, which is important for keeping me full as a grab-and-go snack.”
Luna Bars ($14.28 for 15 Bars)
Luna bars are marketed specifically for women and contain a good source of calcium and vitamin D. Each bar is made with organic oats and has 8 grams of protein with no gluten, artificial flavors, or high fructose corn syrup. If you're trying to eat more plant-based proteins, this bar fits the bill — its protein comes from soy, which also contains amino acids. Enjoy one with yogurt, nuts, and fruit for additional nutrients.
Premier Protein ($5.30 for 5 Bars)
In order to stave off hunger and optimize "muscle-protein balance", experts recommend getting 20 to 30 grams of protein every three hours, reports Women's Health. Unlike many other bars, this one packs a potent protein punch — 30 grams of protein in just one serving, as well as 3 grams of fiber, calcium, and iron. It doesn't have artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, gluten, or trans fats. This is the breakfast bar you want in your bag on mornings when you plan on hitting the gym.