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:
Westmeath Woman Plans Dream Trip To New York After Lotto Win
The lucky winner collected her prize today.
Multiple Truck Crashes In Laois
A sequence of truck collisions took place on the M7 this morning.
Breakdown Causing Major Delays On M6
A stricken lorry is responsible for the congestion.
2026 Tullamore Tradfest To Take Place In March
Over 50 events will be held over the weekend of March 27th-29th.
Over 750 Drivers Caught Drink Or Drug Driving Over The Festive Season
A motorist in Laois was caught doing over double the speeding limit.
Laois Council Seeks New Housing Partner For Domestic Abuse Refuge
An application was turned down in November due to funding.
Midlands Meteorologist Issues Snow And Rain Warning As Storm Goretti Hits South
Drivers are warned that poor visibility and isolated flooding could make driving hazardous.
Offaly TD Urges Expansion Of Enterprise Parks To Support Rural SMEs
John Clendennen feels there is more that can be done to grow businesses in Offaly.
Over 70 Midlands Entries In 2026 Stripe Young Scientist Exhibition
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Government Still Skeptical Of Mersocur Ahead Of Final Vote
It's ahead of the deal's final vote on Friday and a national rally in Athlone the following day.
Planning Permission Granted For Westmeath Apartments
Westmeath County Council are approving the conversion of Mullingar's Millmount House.
Offaly Business Misses Out On Major Investment
The expansion Banagher Chilling would have brought 110 new permanent jobs.
Midlands Homeowners Urged To Future Proof Homes Ahead Of Home And Energy Show
The Midlands 103 Home and Energy Show will be at the Tullamore Court Hotel on February 22nd.
Laois Groups Shortlisted For €10k Community Champions Award
Portlaoise First Responders will install three AEDs, and VIP Hub will host an inclusive sports event in Laois.
Traffic Disruption In Portarlington Due To Long-Term Road Works
The road works will be in place until June 26th.
Council Says Priority Roads Treated First During Cold Snap
Busy roads are being gritted first.
Plans Submitted To Convert Laois Nursing Home Into Broadcasting Studios
A decision is due February 25th.
Laois County Council Refuses Planning Permission For Solar Farm
Permission was refused on December 30th.
The True Origins Of Nollaig na mBan In Ireland
Nollaig na mBan is being celebrated today.
Offaly Shop Owner Warned Of An Post Machine Breakdown Ahead Of Fibre Switchover
Older residents from across the county are now travelling to Tullamore to receive their payments.
