Popular protein foods secretly destroy your wellness dreams while experts uncover the toxic truth behind your trusted snacks.

Protein bars can have as much sugar as a candy bar - those are not the ones you want if you're trying to stay healthy, manage weight, balance blood sugar and prevent the 3 p.m. snacking frenzy!

Scott Semler for The New York Times. Prop stylist: Maggie DiMarco. Protein bars are everywhere. They’re presented as healthy snacks for when you’re on the go or as part of a workout routine.

In 2019, Hershey bought One Brands, which makes low-sugar, high-protein nutrition bars ... Hernández said candy companies are exploring new ways to be relevant, like Hershey’s approach ...