I have never been a big nutrition bar fan. Generally, I'd rather have a half a sandwich, or some string cheese, or something that tastes a little more like, you know, food. However, I've got to admit that they are handy, and there are times I've been really happy to find one hiding at the bottom of my gym bag, even if I wasn't super thrilled with the flavor or the contents.

Zing Nutrition Bars promise to be different. They are wheat, gluten, and soy free and all natural -- nothing artificial is added. But what is in them is even more important -- each of the three flavors offers a balance of protein, fiber-rich carbs, and healthy fats, all of which our bodies need. The bars were created by nutritionists, many of whom are parents, so while nutrition was obviously important to them, flavor was a must -- otherwise, their kids wouldn't eat them!

Zing sent me samples of all three flavors -- Chocolate Peanut Butter, Blueberry Almond, and Oatmeal Chocolate Chip. And, while they didn't exactly taste like dessert (although the Chocolate Peanut Butter came pretty close), they don't have that gooey, mushy consistency I've found in so many nutrition bars. There was a bit of crispy-crunch in them, and the flavors were tasty.

Each bar has 210 calories, so if you're eating small meals and snacks throughout the day, they could be a great addition. Or, if you're not good at making breakfast in the morning, this might be the breakfast bar for you! To see if any stores near you carry Zing bars, check out the store locator. Or, you can place your order online -- a box of 12 (all one flavor or four of each) is $31.95.

How about you? Have you tried these? Or, if not, do you have a favorite nutrition bar?