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PaleyBar Energy Bars

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By Wendy Bumgardner, About.com

Updated: May 22 2006

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PaleyBar

PaleyBar Jam'N Peanuts

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The Bottom Line

PaleyBars were developed by a gourmet chef and cyclist using local, natural organic ingredients. is a tasty energy bar with organic, natural ingredients. The ingredient list is simple, and the texture is perfect - soft, doesn't crumble, easy to chew. No weird tastes. The JamN' Peanut bar has nuts and fruits held together with honey - delicious and practical to carry along on a walk.
Reviewed: 5-21-06
Pros
  • Organic
Cons
  • Lacks many vitamins - enjoy in conjunction with a balanced diet.

Description

  • Organic energy bars with natural ingredients.
  • 180-220 calories per bar.
  • 1.5 - 9 grams fat
  • 32-41 grams total carbohydrate, 3-5 grams fiber.
  • Sugars are both simple and complex.
  • 3-5 grams protein
  • Soft, non-crumbly consistency good for eating while walking, no coating to melt on most varieties
  • Whole grains and dried fruit may irritate some with sensitive digestive tracts.
  • Taste is fantastic!

Guide Review - PaleyBar Energy Bars

I am not a slave to whole foods or natural foods, but it's great to find an energy bar that tastes great, has all the right qualities for carrying on your walk, and is also organic and natural without fortified ingredients.

Ingredients and Varieties

PaleyBars use whole grains and organic ingredients, mostly from local Northwest USA sources. Flavors include JamN' Peanut, FruityNut Evolution, Paley's Comet, and Liquid Sunshine. They do not fortify it with extra vitamins or other additives.

Nutrition Facts

PaleyBars should be used as an energy bar - they are high in sugars, low in protein. If used as a meal replacement or recovery bar, supplement it with a protein and vitamin source.
Calories: 180-220
Carbohydrates: 32-41 grams, with 3-5 grams of fiber.
Protein: 3-5 grams
Fat: Paley's Comet has only 1.5 grams, other flavors 9 grams.
Paley's Comet is high in Vitamin A and C.

As an Energy Bar for Athletes

PaleyBars are marketed as an energy bar for athletes. The high amount of carbs will provide endurance energy, especially for distance walkers and hikers. With the whole grains, walkers should test it out for tolerance before using it in a competitive event.

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