I used to poo-poo the whole energy bar phenomenon. There is no substitute for a balanced meal! Humans are not meant to eat compressed rectangles!

Oh, I was smug.

And while I still believe that, I also have come to realize that sometimes there is no way around needing to grab something portable to eat. And yes, a compressed rectangle of protein is probably a better choice than a handful of cookies. Or so I hear.

So check it out: How would you like to get a stash of energy bars for just $.40 apiece? If you add four sleeves of Genisoy Ultra Bars to your cart at Amazon, you can then apply coupon code GROCERY4 for $10 off and coupon code GENISOY2 for another $20 off. You get 48 bars for $19.20 shipped.

(This is a particularly good deal for those of the female persuasion. Men, be advised that you should moderate your soy intake, lest you’re hoping to grow some breasts of your very own.)