Make Your Own Protein and Fiber Bars: Fitness is related to what you eat!

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If you like to work out, you probably know that about 70% of the battle comes down to what you eat versus how much you lift or how far you run. Health-conscious people who want to stay fit tend to focus on wholesome foods — grains, fiber, nuts, berries, vegetables, and clean sources of protein.

The problem with many store-bought protein bars is that they’re packed with ingredients you don’t recognize (or necessarily want). So, I decided to make my own.

They were actually pretty simple to put together. As much as I’d love to gather my own granola, berries, and oats, I don’t have that kind of time — so my local grocery store had to do.

I started with a fiber and granola cereal as the base, then added oats and a bit of protein flour. To bind it all together for baking, I used vegetable shortening and olive oil. I also included baking soda, a little butter, both white and brown sugar, and some peanut butter powder.

Once everything was mixed into a consistent blend, I spread it in a baking pan and baked it at about 350°F until the top turned lightly golden. After letting it cool, it firmed up nicely and was easy to cut into bars.

Each bar comes out to around 200 calories and contains about 12–15 grams of protein — and best of all, none of the extra junk you find in commercial bars.

If you’re curious, you can easily find specific recipes and variations online.

I also have a fitness trainer and yoga trainer license (two different), so if you’re looking for guidance on achieving the health and fitness level you want, feel free to reach out. Because I’m active in the outdoors, firefighting, sports, and the arts, maintaining good fitness is essential for me — and I’d be happy to help you reach your goals too.

Good luck!

Here is something you might want to read, 

Dietary Protein Quantity, Quality, and Exercise Are Key to Healthy Living: A Muscle-Centric Perspective Across the Lifespan