India, Nov. 17 -- Are you one of those who gravitate towards protein and granola bars, sometimes even opting for them as substitutes for meals? After all, they are 'healthy', right? If weight loss is your goal, then this habit could not be any more counterproductive. These protein bars may be labelled as 'healthy' with big, fancy fonts, but may actually contain hidden sugar and syrups that can spike your blood sugar, and leave you craving soon.

New Jersey-based endocrinologist Dr Alessia Roehnelt, in a November 16 post, detailed how these protein bars may not be as healthy as you think. One should not let down their guard just because they are deemed healthy.

One of the primary concerns is how they may affect blood sugar levels for the ...