Safefood is highlighting the high chocolate content and saturated fat in most bars.
Chocolate is the main ingredient in almost 40 percent of protein bars, according to Safefood.
A new survey has revealed that 1 in 3 people perceive them as being healthy - despite 77% of products being high in saturated fat.
There was an almost 500 percent increase in protein products launched between 2010 and 2016.
Athlone Nutritional Consultant Cathriona Hodgins says protein bars are not always used correctly:
Midlands Workers In Line For Possible Revenue Refunds
People are being encouraged to review their tax.
Westmeath Councillor Pushes For Motor Homes
Councillor Mick Dollard feels making space in Mullingar for them will boost tourism.
EPA'S Track Record On Nitrates Derogation 'Concerning' - Joe Flaherty
The Midlands Senator is criticizing the EPA ahead of the current allowance expiring in December.
Laois Priest Calls For Sacrament Prep Outside School
Father Paddy Byrne agrees preparation for Confirmation and Communion should happen outside the classroom.
Fastway Workers Support Meeting To Be Held In Laois
The meeting will be held in the Portarlington Community Centre.
Two Men Arrested In Laois In Cross Border Terrorism Investigation
The men in their 40s and 30s are in Garda custody being questioned in the midlands.
DJ Carey Case ‘Difficult’ For Supporters - Eimear Ní Bhraonáin
The former Kilkenny hurler was sentenced to five years in prison on Monday.
JNLR Figures Reveal Growth In Midlands 103 Listenership
90% of adults are tuning into radio every week.
Judge Considers Sending Enoch Burke Back To Prison After Latest Court Clash
Mr Burke has spent 513 days in prison so far.
Tributes Paid To Retiring Midlands Superintendent
John Lawless provided years of service in Laois, Offaly and Westmeath.
Midlands Senator Questions Accuracy Of EPA Report On Illegal Peat Extraction
The document identified nine cases in Offaly and eight in Westmeath.
42 Projects Represented At EU Just Transition Fund Showcase
Ireland has received over €121m in funding so far.
Meath Case Detected As Bird Flu Spread Continues
A turkey flock in Meath has been isolated after the detection.
Archaeological Finds Uncovered In Westmeath
Discoveries included clay tobacco pipes and pottery.
Laois Councillor Calls For Rightsizing Housing Policy
Caroline Dwane Stanley says its needed for some older homeowners.
Stronger E-Scooter Laws Needed - Carol Nolan
Deputy Nolan feels they're becoming more of a danger in Midlands towns.
Offaly Blogger Shares Cost Saving Christmas Gift Tips
Offaly's Caz Mooney runs irishbudgeting.com and shares her top advice.
Midlands Hospital Apologises Over Westmeath Woman's Cervical Cancer Diagnosis
The case was heard in the High Court today.
National Housing Order For Poultry Confirmed
The Department of Agriculture say it comes into effect on Monday.
Offaly Cathaoirleach Calls Out Sinn Fein Councillor Over Livestreaming Campaign
John Leahy says a motion on the matter has already been passed.
