Consumer Reports dietitian Amy Keating oversaw testing of 31 popular energy bars, checking nutrition and taste.

Energy bars have come a long way since they took off in the 1980s. Early brands like Clif Bar and PowerBar were marketed as ...

Snack bars are a staple item for busy families running kids to sports activities, dance classes and after school programs, but is your favorite snack bar a good choice for your youngster? Akron ...

Finding quick, healthy snack options can be challenging in a convenience-driven world. This frustration led Daniel Lubetzky to found KIND in 2004. KIND bars aim to fill the gap between nutrition ...

Snacks for weight loss include bananas and ... to boost fiber consumption. The KIND Healthy Grains Bar contains whole grains like amaranth, buckwheat, millet, oats, and quinoa.

If you've grabbed an energy bar for a quick snack lately, you're not alone. About 40 percent of us eat them regularly, but new testing shows they might not deliver the boost you expect.

Snacks that can help the fat-burning process, or fat oxidation, have the right balance of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. They also have enough calories to give you energy and aid in weight loss.