I would urge anyone to stay away from products that are marketed as healthy, as they are often sold by the same manufacturers that produce endless other sweet treats. These companies would quite literally put anything in these products if they weren’t restricted by the FDA, all in the name of profit. Why promote these hyper processed foods to begin with, though? I found myself chuckling to myself at 6:22 as you tout the benefits of one of these bars while the horrid ingredient list is right next to it. Do you just ignore this and only look at macros while shopping? Ignorance is bliss When there’s so many tasty whole options, why subject yourself to this? It’s ok to think these taste good and try to explain them away by only looking at the macros, but we’re not high schoolers on our first bulking diets. I get it, I really do. Their marketing is great, the products taste good, and to some people that’s all that matters, but they really got you man.
I’m pretty sure I said in the video that protein bars aren’t “healthy” and are basically a substitute for candy bars. Also I mentioned that it’s way better to have Whole Foods and real sources of protein. My main point of the video is questioning the premise that protein bars are WORSE than candy bars like Dr. Berg claimed. I don’t believe I was touting benefits of the bar. I was examining the sugar content compared to the snickers bar based on his constant attacks on sugar. I’d be willing to bet he’s one of those people that’s also going to tell you that fruit is bad for you because it has sugar.
Finally!! someone calling out the absurdity of Dr. Berg’s claim Protein bars aren’t perfect, but to say they’re worse than candy bars is just ridiculous. Watching This video does a great job breaking down the numbers and showing how protein bars offer clear advantage , more protein, less fat, and often lower sugar when adjusted for size. Sure, they’re not whole foods, but they’re way better than grabbing a Snickers if you’re trying to hit your protein goals. Thanks for bringing logic and actual comparisons into this… dr bergs video on this is a clickbait…
Calories wise, yes it's like eating a candy bar and yes some do have more cals than candy. Macros wise, the best of em are like eating half a candy bar and a scoop of protein powder. If you are trying to lose weight like me, I actually agree with him, treat it like a candy bar. They are a calorie dense food with the only plus being ok protein. Most of these have the same cals as two cans of soda, just to put it into perspective. Also, it's not really a supplement, it's food. I do eat a barebell every day though, I have a candy problem. Grandpa use to say "starting today, no more cookies, candies, cake or pie". Lets just say sweet tooth runs in my family, both sides too lol.
I don’t really consider protein bars being a calorie dense food. It’s a snack that’s usually between 200-300 calories with at least 20g of protein. Calorie dense would like a scoop of peanut butter that is the same calories, has less than 10g of protein, and doesn’t really make you feel any less hungry.
I actually prefer the keto or at least low-carb side of dieting, and even I will eat a Quest bar rather often. Especially if I dont have too big an appetite but still need something quick after a workout. I've never gotten bloating or gas issues from consuming them.
Everyone’s different, and that’s why it’s so annoying when guys like Berg say “you will have issues” if you eat this… I personally don’t perform well with a low carb diet.
Its hard to beat musashi hi protein bars. 90g bar, 45g protein, 5.4g fat, 5.2g carb, 4.3g fibre, 172mg sodium, 14.3g glycerol & 3.9g erythritol. & 309 cal. Pretty good 👌💪
A lot of his videos seem to be marketed towards trying to get you take vitamin supplements (something you should consult with your GP and get bloodwork to determine) and yes, he preaches keto constantly so I'm glad someone is critiquing his videos because I do agree that he is hyperbolic with what he says. Should people base their entire eating habits on protein bars ? Hell no. But in moderation along with hydration and having a good fitness regimen, means you're filtering all the bad stuff out of your body anyway
Most definitely! I was just debating a guy on Facebook who says protein powder is a “scam.” I ask how it’s a scam, and his only response is, “just eat real food.” Yeah, obvious whole foods are better for you overall to eat, but that doesn’t mean supplementing with a protein bar or powder is bad for you. Like you said, moderation!
@CamberFitness if I'm only 40 or so grams under my daily macros in a day at like, 10pm and I have a choice between a protein shake or a full course meal, I'm making the shake every time. My favourite with people like that is they assume you just use powder and like, water. When you can get in close to a full meal worth of macros and micros. So stupid. And not all of us can even dedicate the time to that many meals in a day if you're on a bulk but work stupid hours so yeah, supplementing may not be the end all be all way to live your life but not everyone lives an ideal lifestyle
@RaverFlav I hear ya. Sometimes I just don’t want to be stuffed when I go to sleep and eating a 20-30g protein bar is an easy way to get it without feeling too full.
I also find it a bit shady that he chose some of the worst "protein bars" available. There's a reason that most of the worst protein bars are also the ones sold at most gas stations. The macros aren't as good, and they are closer to candy that a lot of other bars. They target the market of people who typically eat so poorly, that to them it is a healthy choice. It's close enough to candy that people with taste buds accustomed to candy, they can enjoy it without it being too far away from what they're used to. If that makes sense? And if you're normally eating actual candy, it's still a better alternative. There are protein bars out there that have far better macros than the ones he chose in the video. I feel like he very intentionally avoided those options, because he has a particular agenda he wants to push. It's slimy behavior.
@CamberFitness Someone viewing your video, doesn't mean they're "falling" for anything, or buying what you say. You also have to consider different types of people. There are definitely a lot of people who know absolutely nothing about health and fitness,and find their entry level somewhere. Also remember that numbers aren't indicative of quality of product. Sometimes numbers are indicative of other things. Look at McDonald's. It's absolute trash, and I'd imagine is at the very top of the list of meals served per day to people. But, whatever attempt at self pacification and condescension you have to spew to make you feel better about your "content".
Based on the comments I read on his video, I would say many do “fall” for it because I saw A LOT of comments with things like, “now I won’t feel bad about eating candy bars”…
i kind of agree. dr berg is pretty good but i think you are correct that p bars used as an alternative to a regular bar is a good thing. He is a Keto dr mainly. supplements are supplements and snacks are snacks and they should not be considered replacements to real food and meals. they can serve a purpose in transitioning from junk to good food because they never relaly taste like the real deal so once you get used to that flavour, moving towards other flavors is not as hard. the eat to live rather than live to eat can more easily be adopted.
Some good points for sure. One thing I don’t like is the “eat to live” mentality. There’s nothing wrong with enjoying food and having things that are really tasty while not being the healthiest option. It’s simply about moderation.
Must. not. Rage. 1.Complex carbohydrates don't raise your glycemic index at the same rate as simple sugars and keep you full for longer (this guy probably claims potatoes are candy) 2. claiming some proteins are better than others is reductive, proteins = amino acids.... loads of research claiming soy protein is good for you. (The only thing I can think is he's claiming it's not a complete protein like quinoa.... which is over 50% starch which he has decided is bad) 3. There's loads of research on sweeteners.... telling people they're bad when diabetes is an epidemic is stupid. 4. Like you say these are *healthier* alternatives. Maybe encourage people to start by making simple swaps to lower fat dairy and lower sugar treats and don't tell them lettuce leaves and wheatgrass shots (with endless suffering) are the way to health.... 🙄
While Berg is hyperbolic in his claim that protein bars are worse than candy bars, my takeaways are: 1. Protein bars are marketed as healthy, but they are at best, semi-healthy and it's mostly because of the protein in it. 2. Energy bars like cliff bars are typically seen by the average consumer as "healthy" as compared to a candy bar. However, the macros are very similar,(snickers have more fat and less fiber) and both are ultra processed foods. At the end of the day, the marketing behind cliff bars is enough to fool people to eat a cliff bar or two a day but that same population would scoff at the idea of eating 1-2 snickers bar a day because it's unhealthy. I know people like this. 3. Everyone should minimize ultra processed foods. Protein bars are no exception.
For sure! Like I said in the video. Protein bars aren’t “healthy”, but they are a better alternative to a candy bar for something like a dessert or snack on the go. However, I still don’t get why he would add a cliff bar into the mix when the video is about protein bars. Cliff bars aren’t even marketing as protein bars.
Dr. Berg is an absolute joke. I stopped watching his stuff a long time ago. The ONLY thing I agree with him on this is the GI issues, at least for me. One bar usually give me some pretty epic gas within the next 12 hours. So, I do try to only use them when I need to. I'll eat jerky or meat sticks if I need a snack with protein.
Every UA-camr uses clickbait titles to get views. I think his real point is that they aren't nearly as healthy as they may claim and is trying to make people aware of it.
There’s a big difference between clickbait to get attention and a complete lie with the title. He could have just as easily said something like protein bars are just as unhealthy as candy bars. But his own metrics of what makes protein bars “bad” also make them quite a bit better than candy bars.
Okay most are garbage just for the sake of it I’ll agree but still much better when a candy bar PERIOD, Coke Zero Diet Coke healthier then a real coke this whole let’s come against the fitness world just cause is getting old, sure the fitness world isn’t 100% clean and clear they preach some bullshii as well but at least they’re for the most part healthy not on pills for this that and the other, look good feel good. This doctor is spreading horrible info and morons still follow his word cause he’s a doctor lol he’s a Quack with a degree in no world is a snickers a better option than a cliff bar PERIOD
@@CamberFitness have you tried the chocolate chip cookie dough quest protein bar or the cookies and cream one?! It always is so good to me as a pre lunch bite!
@coyomedia1310 I’m sure I have but it’s probably been two years since I’ve had a quest bar. I really like the Anabars now (I know they’re quite a bit higher in calories) and also the built puff bars (only a few flavors).
@@CamberFitness If you eat properly you dont need that chemicals. I eat easly 320g of protein every day without any supplements, so again, proteinbars are shit and for marketing.
Just because you can easily do that does not mean that everyone has that opportunity. Ever spend 16+ hours on airplanes and land in places that don’t have many high protein meal options?
I don’t know what in the video offended you. 🤷♂️ But if you think that I’m bought and paid for and making so much money, I wonder what you think of Dr. Berg?🤔
🍫I’ll take a protein bar over a candy bar any day!💪
absolutely 💯
@@souravbanerjee3434 😉
I would urge anyone to stay away from products that are marketed as healthy, as they are often sold by the same manufacturers that produce endless other sweet treats. These companies would quite literally put anything in these products if they weren’t restricted by the FDA, all in the name of profit.
Why promote these hyper processed foods to begin with, though? I found myself chuckling to myself at 6:22 as you tout the benefits of one of these bars while the horrid ingredient list is right next to it. Do you just ignore this and only look at macros while shopping? Ignorance is bliss
When there’s so many tasty whole options, why subject yourself to this? It’s ok to think these taste good and try to explain them away by only looking at the macros, but we’re not high schoolers on our first bulking diets. I get it, I really do. Their marketing is great, the products taste good, and to some people that’s all that matters, but they really got you man.
I’m pretty sure I said in the video that protein bars aren’t “healthy” and are basically a substitute for candy bars. Also I mentioned that it’s way better to have Whole Foods and real sources of protein. My main point of the video is questioning the premise that protein bars are WORSE than candy bars like Dr. Berg claimed.
I don’t believe I was touting benefits of the bar. I was examining the sugar content compared to the snickers bar based on his constant attacks on sugar. I’d be willing to bet he’s one of those people that’s also going to tell you that fruit is bad for you because it has sugar.
Finally!! someone calling out the absurdity of Dr. Berg’s claim Protein bars aren’t perfect, but to say they’re worse than candy bars is just ridiculous. Watching This video does a great job breaking down the numbers and showing how protein bars offer clear advantage , more protein, less fat, and often lower sugar when adjusted for size. Sure, they’re not whole foods, but they’re way better than grabbing a Snickers if you’re trying to hit your protein goals. Thanks for bringing logic and actual comparisons into this… dr bergs video on this is a clickbait…
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Calories wise, yes it's like eating a candy bar and yes some do have more cals than candy. Macros wise, the best of em are like eating half a candy bar and a scoop of protein powder. If you are trying to lose weight like me, I actually agree with him, treat it like a candy bar. They are a calorie dense food with the only plus being ok protein. Most of these have the same cals as two cans of soda, just to put it into perspective. Also, it's not really a supplement, it's food. I do eat a barebell every day though, I have a candy problem. Grandpa use to say "starting today, no more cookies, candies, cake or pie". Lets just say sweet tooth runs in my family, both sides too lol.
I don’t really consider protein bars being a calorie dense food. It’s a snack that’s usually between 200-300 calories with at least 20g of protein. Calorie dense would like a scoop of peanut butter that is the same calories, has less than 10g of protein, and doesn’t really make you feel any less hungry.
@@CamberFitness Well it's not as dense as that but it's certainly more dense than most whole foods.
Of course. 👍 Whenever you compare packaged bars to real lean foods, they’ll always fall short.
I actually prefer the keto or at least low-carb side of dieting, and even I will eat a Quest bar rather often. Especially if I dont have too big an appetite but still need something quick after a workout. I've never gotten bloating or gas issues from consuming them.
Everyone’s different, and that’s why it’s so annoying when guys like Berg say “you will have issues” if you eat this…
I personally don’t perform well with a low carb diet.
Its hard to beat musashi hi protein bars. 90g bar, 45g protein, 5.4g fat, 5.2g carb, 4.3g fibre, 172mg sodium, 14.3g glycerol & 3.9g erythritol. & 309 cal. Pretty good 👌💪
I’ve never heard of that kind. I’ll have to look it up.
No one can take protein bars away from me I love them so much
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Better than getting diabetes from candy bars dr berg
A lot of his videos seem to be marketed towards trying to get you take vitamin supplements (something you should consult with your GP and get bloodwork to determine) and yes, he preaches keto constantly so I'm glad someone is critiquing his videos because I do agree that he is hyperbolic with what he says.
Should people base their entire eating habits on protein bars ? Hell no. But in moderation along with hydration and having a good fitness regimen, means you're filtering all the bad stuff out of your body anyway
Most definitely! I was just debating a guy on Facebook who says protein powder is a “scam.” I ask how it’s a scam, and his only response is, “just eat real food.”
Yeah, obvious whole foods are better for you overall to eat, but that doesn’t mean supplementing with a protein bar or powder is bad for you. Like you said, moderation!
@CamberFitness if I'm only 40 or so grams under my daily macros in a day at like, 10pm and I have a choice between a protein shake or a full course meal, I'm making the shake every time. My favourite with people like that is they assume you just use powder and like, water. When you can get in close to a full meal worth of macros and micros. So stupid.
And not all of us can even dedicate the time to that many meals in a day if you're on a bulk but work stupid hours so yeah, supplementing may not be the end all be all way to live your life but not everyone lives an ideal lifestyle
@RaverFlav I hear ya. Sometimes I just don’t want to be stuffed when I go to sleep and eating a 20-30g protein bar is an easy way to get it without feeling too full.
I also find it a bit shady that he chose some of the worst "protein bars" available. There's a reason that most of the worst protein bars are also the ones sold at most gas stations. The macros aren't as good, and they are closer to candy that a lot of other bars. They target the market of people who typically eat so poorly, that to them it is a healthy choice. It's close enough to candy that people with taste buds accustomed to candy, they can enjoy it without it being too far away from what they're used to. If that makes sense? And if you're normally eating actual candy, it's still a better alternative.
There are protein bars out there that have far better macros than the ones he chose in the video. I feel like he very intentionally avoided those options, because he has a particular agenda he wants to push. It's slimy behavior.
Exactly! 👏 But unfortunately millions of people fall for his tactics.
@CamberFitness Someone viewing your video, doesn't mean they're "falling" for anything, or buying what you say.
You also have to consider different types of people. There are definitely a lot of people who know absolutely nothing about health and fitness,and find their entry level somewhere. Also remember that numbers aren't indicative of quality of product. Sometimes numbers are indicative of other things. Look at McDonald's. It's absolute trash, and I'd imagine is at the very top of the list of meals served per day to people.
But, whatever attempt at self pacification and condescension you have to spew to make you feel better about your "content".
Based on the comments I read on his video, I would say many do “fall” for it because I saw A LOT of comments with things like, “now I won’t feel bad about eating candy bars”…
i kind of agree. dr berg is pretty good but i think you are correct that p bars used as an alternative to a regular bar is a good thing. He is a Keto dr mainly. supplements are supplements and snacks are snacks and they should not be considered replacements to real food and meals. they can serve a purpose in transitioning from junk to good food because they never relaly taste like the real deal so once you get used to that flavour, moving towards other flavors is not as hard. the eat to live rather than live to eat can more easily be adopted.
Some good points for sure. One thing I don’t like is the “eat to live” mentality. There’s nothing wrong with enjoying food and having things that are really tasty while not being the healthiest option. It’s simply about moderation.
@@CamberFitness for sure. being flexible and moderate helps prevent ping ponging and binging.
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protein bars r definitely better option than candy bars
Especially if you want 💪
Must. not. Rage.
1.Complex carbohydrates don't raise your glycemic index at the same rate as simple sugars and keep you full for longer (this guy probably claims potatoes are candy)
2. claiming some proteins are better than others is reductive, proteins = amino acids.... loads of research claiming soy protein is good for you. (The only thing I can think is he's claiming it's not a complete protein like quinoa.... which is over 50% starch which he has decided is bad)
3. There's loads of research on sweeteners.... telling people they're bad when diabetes is an epidemic is stupid.
4. Like you say these are *healthier* alternatives. Maybe encourage people to start by making simple swaps to lower fat dairy and lower sugar treats and don't tell them lettuce leaves and wheatgrass shots (with endless suffering) are the way to health.... 🙄
👏 Great points! I did a little more research and Dr. Berg does seem to be a Keto guy so I guess he’s afraid of carbs. 🤷♂️
While Berg is hyperbolic in his claim that protein bars are worse than candy bars, my takeaways are:
1. Protein bars are marketed as healthy, but they are at best, semi-healthy and it's mostly because of the protein in it.
2. Energy bars like cliff bars are typically seen by the average consumer as "healthy" as compared to a candy bar. However, the macros are very similar,(snickers have more fat and less fiber) and both are ultra processed foods. At the end of the day, the marketing behind cliff bars is enough to fool people to eat a cliff bar or two a day but that same population would scoff at the idea of eating 1-2 snickers bar a day because it's unhealthy. I know people like this.
3. Everyone should minimize ultra processed foods. Protein bars are no exception.
For sure! Like I said in the video. Protein bars aren’t “healthy”, but they are a better alternative to a candy bar for something like a dessert or snack on the go.
However, I still don’t get why he would add a cliff bar into the mix when the video is about protein bars. Cliff bars aren’t even marketing as protein bars.
Dr. Berg is an absolute joke. I stopped watching his stuff a long time ago. The ONLY thing I agree with him on this is the GI issues, at least for me. One bar usually give me some pretty epic gas within the next 12 hours. So, I do try to only use them when I need to. I'll eat jerky or meat sticks if I need a snack with protein.
I can understand that. There are a few that do give me bad gas, but I've found a few brands that work fine for me.
Every UA-camr uses clickbait titles to get views. I think his real point is that they aren't nearly as healthy as they may claim and is trying to make people aware of it.
There’s a big difference between clickbait to get attention and a complete lie with the title. He could have just as easily said something like protein bars are just as unhealthy as candy bars. But his own metrics of what makes protein bars “bad” also make them quite a bit better than candy bars.
I love that airplane edited in. Was that GTA 5?
I’d have to ask my editor.
Most protein bars are garbage. The only one I could find that's relatively clean is Atlas.
I get that, but the point of Berg’s video was that candy bars are “healthier” than protein bars which is a bit of a stretch.
Okay most are garbage just for the sake of it I’ll agree but still much better when a candy bar PERIOD, Coke Zero Diet Coke healthier then a real coke this whole let’s come against the fitness world just cause is getting old, sure the fitness world isn’t 100% clean and clear they preach some bullshii as well but at least they’re for the most part healthy not on pills for this that and the other, look good feel good. This doctor is spreading horrible info and morons still follow his word cause he’s a doctor lol he’s a Quack with a degree in no world is a snickers a better option than a cliff bar PERIOD
good conclusion., use your brain....
🤣 unfortunately a lot of folks just blindly follow.
I’m actually eating protein bars every morning. And they are amazing sorry lol
😂 nice. What kind do you like?
@@CamberFitness quest bars 😆
I used to eat those but the texture of most of but hem gross me out now. I really like the quest chips though!
@@CamberFitness have you tried the chocolate chip cookie dough quest protein bar or the cookies and cream one?! It always is so good to me as a pre lunch bite!
@coyomedia1310 I’m sure I have but it’s probably been two years since I’ve had a quest bar. I really like the Anabars now (I know they’re quite a bit higher in calories) and also the built puff bars (only a few flavors).
lol your video is literally what I commented on this video
Same here! 😂
I do love candy bars😊
Who doesn’t! 🍫😋
Coming from a fitness channel, no doubt he is trying to sell you this...
I don’t sell protein bars…
Well this video clarified so much of drs absurdity
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Proteinbar are shit and chocolate bar is also shit. Eat clean food.
Actually protein bars can help with getting the amount of daily protein you need to build muscle if that is one of your goals.
@@CamberFitness If you eat properly you dont need that chemicals. I eat easly 320g of protein every day without any supplements, so again, proteinbars are shit and for marketing.
Just because you can easily do that does not mean that everyone has that opportunity. Ever spend 16+ hours on airplanes and land in places that don’t have many high protein meal options?
@@CamberFitness then dont eat that, i rather suffer for some minutes or even hours than eating that shit.
Clearly you’ve never been to third world countries.
You have absolutely no idea what you're talking about. Hope that paycheck you're getting is worth it
So he convinced you that candy bars are better than protein bars?
@@CamberFitness ahhh so I guess it was worth it. How does it feel to be bought and paid for?
@upperdecker1750 bought and paid for by who? Did I try to sell something?
@@CamberFitness smh 🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️ some people's kids
I don’t know what in the video offended you. 🤷♂️ But if you think that I’m bought and paid for and making so much money, I wonder what you think of Dr. Berg?🤔