HOUSTON, TX - A major goal of all low carbohydrate diets is to reduce and/or keep blood sugar at as normal a level as possible. To get the best results in a fitness and nutrition program, people should take into consideration the effect of their food choices on insulin levels. Keeping blood sugar levels normal may help keep insulin levels under control. This is important, because high insulin levels can lead the storage of unwanted body fat.

More and more people today are choosing "Energy Bars," high-protein meal replacement bars, and similar products as part of their pursuit of a healthier lifestyle.

To help in those choices, Labrada Nutrition has released the results of a clinical study which compares the blood sugar response of Lean Body® High Protein bars with the two best selling energy bars on the market. Compared to both Power Bar® and Balance Bar®, Labrada's bars are shown to help normalize blood sugar levels more effectively.

The study, entitled "A Clinical Evaluation of the Effects on Blood Glucose Over Time of Three Popular Nutrition Bars," was conducted by Dr. Carlon Coker of Peak Wellness Foundation in September, 2000. (see above chart)

Labrada Nutrition was founded by bodybuilding legend and former Mr. Universe Lee Labrada. The company creates and distributes a variety of nutritional supplements including Lean Body® Hi-Protein Meal Replacements and Bars, Lean Body for Her® Meal Replacement Drink Mix, Lean Body for Her® Protein Bars, and ProV60™ Protein Blend. Labrada Products are distributed nationally and internationally in health food stores, fitness centers, gyms, and fine retail outlets. They can also be found on the web at: www.labrada.com