Is Your Snack Bar Just Candy in Camouflage? Here’s Exactly How to Tell (Real Simple Tips, Friday)

By Betty Gold When it comes to convenience, nothing beats a snack bar. Their pre-packaged, lightweight nature makes them perfectly portable, and they’re often packed with delicious, nutritious ingredients that’ll help stave off hunger until the next real meal. That being said, some popular protein and granola bars aren’t much better than eating a Snickers, nutritionally speaking.