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By Susan Learner Barr, M.S., R.D.
Good things come in small packages, and energy bars are no exception. Today they pack everything from trendy herbs to amino acids to anti-oxidants, but one thing still matters most: taste. We sampled more than 30 bars and found many we'd happily keep handy for quick refueling. Despite their superhealthy image, most energy bars pack a lot more calories than more-humble, fiber-rich snacks like, say, an apple. Still, their convenience and variety make energy bars hard to resist. And they are healthier than most vending-machine snacks. Here are 10 solid, taste-tested choices. Balance Outdoor Crunchy Peanut Balance Outdoor Honey Almond
1.76 oz. (50 g)
Calories: 200
Fat (g): 6
Rating: Excellent
Comments: Yummy and chewy
1.76 oz. (50 g)
Calories: 200
Fat (g): 6
Rating: Very good
Comments: A great-tasting alternative to chocolate choices
