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Are There Paleo Protein Bars with Egg White Protein? [YES!]

Do you want a high protein bar without dairy? These sunflower butter bars with egg white protein provide 20 grams of protein, so you get Paleo and protein-dense nutrition in one bar.

If you are familiar with protein powders for shakes, you know that there are several options, including whey, soy, hemp, egg, egg white, rice and pea protein. Whey is the most popular and well-known of the protein powders, but there are a number of reasons why people opt for different alternatives, like allergies, diet or food intolerances.

Egg white protein is popular alternative due to the fact that it is a complete protein with few calories, no carbs and no fat. But what if you want the high-quality protein – without the shake?

Is There an Egg White Protein Bar that is Paleo?

Well, now you can get protein bars with egg white protein powder as one of the ingredients. The Paleo Thin Protein Bar has lots of healthy ingredients. Plus, you get a good serving of egg white powder to bring the protein count up to 20 grams per serving.

Plus… Good Fats in Egg White Paleo Bars:

Now, just because Paleo Protein Bars have egg white protein with zero fat, don’t assume the product is fat free. It has 7 grams of fat in fact – but this is not a bad thing. Here’s why…

The fat comes from a healthy food source: sunflower seed butter. According to the Dr Oz Show, consumption of coconut oil can help our bodies build up resistance to illnesses and can positively affect our hormones, blood sugar and thyroid function. Plus, as shown on the Whole Foods website, almonds contain monounsaturated fats, which have shown to reduce the risk of heart disease.

Making Your Own Egg White Protein Bars:

Of course, an easy way to increase the protein in your homemade paleo protein bars is to add egg protein or egg white protein powder to the mixture. There are many paleo protein bar recipes online that either include eggs, whey protein powder or another source of protein. You can substitute the egg white protein powder or add it to the existing recipe and increasing the liquid comparably.

About the Author: Cara Rennie is a paleo cooking chef, writer and advocate for healthy living. With over a decade of experience in the culinary industry, Cara has established herself as an expert in the paleo lifestyle, emphasizing the use of natural ingredients that promote a balanced and sustainable lifestyle. She firmly believes in the power of food to transform people's lives, while helping others discover the joys of paleo eating. Facebook | Pinterest

RxBar Protein Bar Review – [ 10+ Flavors ]

RXBar Natural Whole Food Paleo Protein Bar in Blueberry Flavor

RXBar Protein Bar, Chocolate Sea Salt Flavor The RxBar 100% Paleo Bar has all-natural ingredients based on fruit and nuts. In addition, it contains egg whites, which give it the ability to provide 12 grams of protein per serving.

For people trying to avoid dairy, soy or whey protein, this is great news. However, this is not a vegan bar.

RXBars Have Natural Sweetness – No Added Sugar!

Since these are paleo protein bars, you don’t have to worry about artificial sweeteners. Instead, their sweetness comes from dates which, coincidentally, provide some fiber as well. Nature is so smart!

Coincidentally, this factor also makes them lower in sugar. Plus, you can attribute several of the carbs to fiber.

These Protein Bars are Grain-Free and Gluten-Free.

RXBar Protein Bar Nutrition Label from the Chocolate Sea Salt Flavor — Label from the Chocolate Sea Salt Bar

I also like RXBars because they don’t have flour, grains or gluten. Many protein bars on the market contain a significant amount of processed ingredients, but this one does not.

Essentially, you’ve got a bunch of whole foods conveniently packaged together into single servings that you can take with you on the go. And by the way, they’re Non-GMO as well.

Instead of packing trail mix on your next outdoor adventure, you can switch them out for RXBars.

The RXBar Will Keep You Full

Plus, with 9 grams of fat and 6 grams of fiber per serving, these keep you well-satiated. No wonder these are a top pick for hikers and outdoors enthusiasts.

Get an Extra Boost of Nutrition Too

The RXBar protein bar also packs in superfood nutrition. For example, cacao is high in antioxidants, but it also helps improve focus and raise serotonin levels to boost mood. (Note: Great for a morning breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up.)

In addition, coconut oil can help lower blood sugar levels while also aiding in digestion. Not only are you providing your body energy and nutrients, you are also helping it function better. Go figure!

RXBar Protein Bar Flavors:

Don’t worry if you don’t like chocolate, however. You can choose from lots of different flavors that provide high protein, fiber, satiating fat, superfood nutrients and all-natural nutrition.

In general, each flavor has similar base ingredients (fruit, nuts and egg white protein). The taste difference comes with the spices, flavorings and additional ingredients used.

Note: And yes, the Coffee Chocolate bar has real coffee and cacao – so get ready for a boost of energy!

Get more information on the different flavors below from a test test:

6 Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds

Halloween and October may be a great time of year for pumpkins, but don’t forget the pumpkin seeds. Their nutrition content is high, they are satiating and, not surprisingly they are paleo.

You can incorporate them into your diet all year round, whether you eat the pepita seeds plain, get a pumpkin seed oil supplement (what?) or make paleo pumpkin bars (did you know that you can buy raw pumpkin seed snacks too?)

OK, So what’s the nutritional content of pumpkin seeds?

Per 1 cup serving, you get:

12 grams of fiber
12 grams of protein
42% RDA of magnesium
16% FDA of potassium
11% RDA of iron

These are good-looking nutritional stats, but so what?
According to Mercola.com:

The magnesium helps with bone formation and is beneficial for blood pressure
Pumpkin seeds are one of the top sources for plant-based omega 3 fatty acids
These seeds also contain tryptophan, which helps promote restful sleep
Animal tests have shown the seeds to help regulate insulin levels
Pumpkin seed oil to have anti inflammatory effects
The oil is also rich in phytoestrogens, which can be beneficial to post-menopausal women

What about Raw vs Roasted Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds?

Both versions are good for you. However, one thing to keep in mind if you plan on roasting your seeds is that you want to roast them for less than 20 minutes. WHfoods.com states that roasting seeds for longer will change the structure of the fats, making them not as beneficial.

Because they are so nutrient dense and provide a variety of health benefits, it makes sense to incorporate these seeds into our diet on a regular basis. Because they are so portable and filling, they make great snacks. Let’s take a look.

Here is a unique recipe that reminds me of trail mix. It contains dried cranberries in addition to pepitas. You can make a bunch at one time and portion it into small bags for on-the-go snacks, yogurt or oatmeal toppings or simply eating when you need a quick snack. The recipe calls for sugar, but I use stevia instead or no sweetener at all.

If you’re like me, you may not be much of a chef in the kitchen. Pre-packaged snacks may be more up your alley – if their nutritious. Go Raw makes Live Paleo Pumpkin Bars that also contain flax seeds and dates – all organic.

You Mentioned Pumpkin Seed Oil…

Yes I did. This is actually fairly new to me. I didn’t know you could buy this until I started researching the benefits of pumpkin seeds. It’s available in capsule form and a 60-day supply costs only about $10.

It is promoted as supporting healthy prostate function. However, users have reported a variety of other beneficial side effects as well. Here are a few:

Arthritis relief
Memory improvement
Better digestion
Improved sleep

But Wait – There’s More Ways to Gain the Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds

Come Halloween and Thanksgiving time, most people think of adding a good ‘ol can of pumpkin, combine it with cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice and make pumpkin pancakes, pumpkin ice cream, cheesecake, pie and more.

What you can do instead (paleo style!) is use pumpkin seed protein powder to make nutritious and low carb breads, desserts and of course shakes. It mixes well and most people like the taste. It contains 9.5 grams of protein per serving, and you can check out the amino acid profile on the label online.