The expert spoke about the dangerous ingredients in the protein bars.

Protein bars often contain sweeteners, questionable fats, and other additives that can negatively affect your health. Ilya Artemov, the founder of PROTEINLAB, told Izvestia about this on March 29.

"A truly high-quality product should contain a high percentage of high—quality protein from proven sources, a minimum amount of simple sugars and a limited number of artificial additives," he said.

Healthy lifestyle by the throat: Russians are being sold "chemistry" under the guise of healthy superfoods

What are the dangers of sweeteners, where they are made and what they are used to produce

Artyomov emphasized that several types of proteins are usually used in bars. One of the most common is whey concentrate, which is obtained from milk. It is quickly digested and rich in essential amino acids, however, it should be borne in mind that it may contain lactose, which is important for people with dairy intolerance.

Another popular ingredient is whey protein isolate. This is a more expensive form, purified from most fats and lactose, which makes it even more quickly digestible and effective, the expert explained.

Soy and pea proteins are also often found in the composition. These types of protein are especially popular among vegetarians and vegans, but they can have a specific taste, so manufacturers often mask it with sweeteners and flavors, Artemov added.

As for sugar, the expert noted that the label "sugar-free" does not always mean its complete absence. Some brands replace it with syrups or sugar alcohols.

To choose a healthy protein cookie, Artyomov recommended focusing on the composition rather than marketing tricks. It is important to pay attention to the order of the ingredients: the earlier the protein is specified, the higher its content. In addition, sugar alcohols and high-fructose syrups should be avoided.

Nutritionist and nutritionist Roman Pristansky said on March 26 that avoiding carbohydrates four hours before bedtime will help with weight loss. He also noted that the main problem of diets is severe excesses in nutrition, and in them the most important thing is to understand your own energy consumption with an activity coefficient.