Has anyone tried these Full Bars? I’ve heard about them from a few different people recently (my mom had just bought a box when I was visiting recently). I’m not really a big fan of bars, but I thought it was pretty interesting that these are endorsed by a doctor who performs bariatric surgery and that the concept behind the bars is explained right on the box.
The idea is that you’re supposed to eat one with a glass of water about half an hour before a meal. The fiber and protein in the Full Bar (which looks and reportedly tastes like a glorified Rice Krispies treat) are supposed to help you feel full so you will eat less. I do like that instructions on how to “use” these bars includes assessing your hunger.
Here’s what the website says: “The befull solution is inspired by the principles of weight-loss surgery. When a person undergoes bariatric or lap band surgery, a device is installed to constrict the stomach. The result is that when food is ingested, it rests near the upper part of the stomach, tricking the person’s stomach into telling the brain, ‘Stop eating, you’re full.'”
I still can’t help but wonder, “well, wouldn’t eating an apple or a small handful of nuts work just as well”? I remain a skeptic, but the Full Bars get a thumbs-up for at least trying to get people tuned in to their hunger cues.
It’s a good idea in theory, but this doctor wouldn’t be making money by telling people to eat an apple now would he? So obviously he’s found a product to sell so he can make some cash. But the reason it won’t work for some folks is that they continue to eat even though they are full. It’s not the feeling of their stomachs telling them to eat or not eat.. it’s totally psychological.. and sad.
I agree with you—it annoys me that people are continuously led to think they need special products that will magically change their eating habits.
not any of these products work, of course…
i’m skeptical on these bars too- they just seem too artificial.. i think making something yourself would fill you up just the same- or even more!