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A healthy breakfast that combines a variety of nutrients, including protein, is a smart way to get your day started off on the right foot. Protein bars can be an occasional and acceptable part of a healthy and well-balanced morning meal, provided you choose one that's high in nutrients and low in sugar.

Yes, protein bars can help you lose or gain weight. Eating a protein bar between meals can help control your appetite, but don't eat too many because you'll end up taking in more calories than you need. It might help to choose protein bars that are also higher in fats and carbohydrates.

If you have diabetes, avoid the bars covered in yogurt or chocolate as they will be higher in sugar. Sweetened with stevia and erythritol, Quest Bars are a low-sugar, no-gluten protein bar which can be a good option for those people with Celiac disease or those that are sensitive to gluten.

Whey is a common protein used as a main ingredient in protein bars. However, due to the fact that whey is derived from milk, it contains the dairy sugar lactose.  This intolerance can cause gas, among other symptoms, during the digestion of dairy foods, including whey protein. So protein bars can give you gas.

Protein powder has benefits both pre and post workout, but if you must choose, then opt for after working out. Ensure that your protein shake fits your calorie and protein requirements.

Protein bars contain very little fat and sugar but do contain healthy carbs, fibre, vitamins, minerals, and of course protein.