Best Healthy & Low-Sugar Protein Bars

7. Best Paleo Protein Bar: EPIC Beef Sea Salt + Pepper Bar

1 BAR (37 G): 130 calories, 8 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 590 mg sodium, 3 g carbs (3 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 11 g protein

“If you’re serious about a high protein bar with minimal sugar, you can’t beat one made from high-quality animal protein,” says McMordie. “With about 11 grams of protein each, EPIC bars are made with 100% grass-fed beef and little else—including zero added sugar.”

$31.99 AT EPIC

8. Best Keto-friendly Protein Bar: Bulletproof Collagen Protein Bar

1 BAR (40 G): 140 calories, 12 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 85 mg sodium, 12 g carbs (8 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 11 g protein

With 12 grams of net carbs, Bulletproof’s bar is a bit higher than your average keto protein bar, but it’s a worthwhile carb expenditure. Its protein comes from grass-fed collagen, a trendy protein derived from bovine or marine sources (in this case, it’s from grass-fed cows). It’s particularly beneficial because it “helps to boost collagen production in the body, which has benefits for hair, skin, nails, joints, and gut health,” says King. This bar is rich in MCT oil, which studies show can prevent long-term weight gain due to increased energy expenditure.

While this bar is great for those following the Bulletproof or cyclical keto lifestyle, King also likes to recommend it in general for a snack for those working on blood sugar balance.

$25.82 AT BULLETPROOF