Sports Snacks
Energy bars, electrolyte drinks — 39 products
Sports snacks are different from everyday snacks: kids burning calories on the field tolerate slightly more carbs and natural sugar than at rest. But adult sports drinks and 14g-sugar protein bars marketed to youth athletes are still overkill. The list below is the low-sugar pre- and post-game options we track, ranked by added sugar.
Purely Elizabeth
Banana Nut Butter Grain-Free Bar
ASugar Free
0g added sugar·Spreads
Chomps
Beef stick
ASugar Free
0g added sugar·Meat Sticks & Jerky
No Cow
Birthday Cake Dipped
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Cookies & Baked
Mamma Chia
Chia Squeeze Wild Raspberry
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Pouches
Biena
Chickpea Snacks
ASugar Free
0g added sugar·Other
Clif Bar
Chocolate Brownie Soft-Baked Energy Snack Bar
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Bars
No Cow
Chocolate Sea Salt Bar
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Cookies & Baked
Chomps
Chomps
ASugar Free
0g added sugar·Meat Sticks & Jerky
Bobo's
Coconut bite
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Bars
Perfect Bar
Crispy Peanut Butter Chocolates
ASugar Free
0g added sugar·Spreads
Nature Valley
Crunchy oats&honey
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Spreads
Nature Valley
Dark Chocolate Cherry
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Other
NuGo
Family Nutrition Bar - Peanut Butter Pleaser
BNo Added Sugar⚠High natural sugar
0g added sugar·Spreads
GoGo squeeZ
Fruit Blend with Electrolytes Blueberry Strawberry & Lemon Blend
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Pouches
GoGo squeeZ
Fruit Blend With Electrolytes Strawberry Pineapple & Orange Blend
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Pouches
GoMacro
heartwarming retreat oatmeal + chocolate chip
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Cereal
GoMacro
MACROBAR celestial delight white chocolate + macadamia nuts
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Bars
GoMacro
MACROBAR smooth sanctuary oasis soyeuse double chocolate + peanut butter chips bar
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Crackers & Chips
Solely
Mango fruit jerky
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Fruit Snacks
Orgain
Nut Butter Protein
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Spreads
Solely
Organic Fruit Jerky
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Fruit Snacks·Organic
Solely
organic FRUIT JERKY MANGO & BLUEBERRY
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Fruit Snacks·Organic
Once Upon a Farm
Organic Refrigerated Protein Bar Cinnamon Roll
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Bars·Organic
Bobo's
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oat Bite
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Bars
Larabar
Peanut Cocoa Crunch
BNo Added Sugar⚠High natural sugar
0g added sugar·Bars
Solely
Pineapple Fruit Jerky
BNo Added Sugar⚠High natural sugar
0g added sugar·Fruit Snacks
Nature Valley
Protein bar peanut and chocolate
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Bars
Catalina Crunch
Protein Snack Mix Creamy Ranch
BNo Added Sugar
0g added sugar·Cookies & Baked
Trader Joe's
Super Seedy Cheese Snack Bites
ASugar Free
0g added sugar·Cheese Snacks
Nature Valley
Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Chewy Bar
CLow Sugar
2g added sugar·Bars
Justin's
Cinnamon Almond Butter Squeeze Packs
CLow Sugar
3g added sugar·Pouches
GoMacro
MACROBAR sunny uplift cherries + berries
CLow Sugar
3g added sugar·Bars
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are good low-sugar sports snacks for kids?
- Pre-game: a banana, plain Greek yogurt, or a low-sugar bar (Tier C or better). Post-game: chocolate milk in moderation, peanut butter sandwich, or a balanced snack with protein and complex carbs. The list above ranks bars and drinks by added sugar.
- Are sports drinks safe for kids?
- Adult sports drinks like Gatorade contain 14–21g of added sugar per serving — well above kid daily limits. Pediatric electrolyte drinks (Pedialyte, BioSteel Kids) have under 5g and are formulated for hydration during illness or intense activity.
- What should kids eat after sports?
- Within an hour of activity, a snack with 10–20g protein and some carbs supports recovery. Examples: chocolate milk (in moderation), Greek yogurt with fruit, or a low-sugar protein bar. Keep added sugar under 6g for everyday post-game snacks.