Feel free to discuss your opinions on the health benefits of Quest products, but derailing this thread with "ROFL AMERICA IS UNHEALTHY" or similar crap is a ban

Legio

Sweden235 Posts

February 12 2015 18:26 GMT

#21

Quest isn't listed on actionforhealthykids.org as a sponsor or a core supporter. Basically this is a branding campaign where Quest takes its OREO and cream cookies and try to associate them with the worth "healthy" and "kids" in peoples minds.

Quest also sells Cheddar and Sourcream "protein" chips on their website. No doubt another healthy option for kids.

Nothingtosay

United States875 Posts

February 12 2015 18:31 GMT

#22

On February 13 2015 02:53 aXa wrote:

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So sad. I wish I could invite all of 'murica over here in France for an educational healthy food trip

We obviously know that those snacks do not promote a healthy lifestyle.

TheFlock

United States389 Posts

February 12 2015 18:36 GMT

#23

On February 13 2015 02:53 aXa wrote:

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So sad. I wish I could invite all of 'murica over here in France for an educational healthy food trip

Lol oh the fat American jokes again, never get old...

Saechiis

Netherlands4989 Posts

February 12 2015 18:37 GMT

#24

This comes across as an April's fools joke, really?

Edit: I don't see how this is for fans, I'm not walking around with #GamerFood on my Liquid tee, sorry for being so blunt, but this feels pretty cheap.

dAPhREAk

Nauru12397 Posts

February 12 2015 18:37 GMT

#25

we did a class action settlement where action for healthy kids was one of the recipients of the class action proceeds. good organization and anything that gets them money is a good thing.

not sure why people are focusing on whether Quest is a healthy snack.

Dangermousecatdog

United Kingdom7084 Posts

February 12 2015 18:42 GMT

#26

I honestly can't tell if this is an humorous parody taking a dig at the increased prevalence of unhealthy food companies sponsoring athletics in a bid to gain the growing healthy market segment or not. If it is, I applaud the joke, but you got to lay it on a bit thicker. Talking about how you regret not eating vegetables until you were in in your 20s isn't obvious enough.

y0su

Finland7871 Posts

February 12 2015 18:45 GMT

#27

On February 13 2015 03:19 SetGuitarsToKill wrote:

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America: where pizza is considered a vegetable

Only if one of the toppings is Bacon! Yes, I capitalized Bacon...

Seriously though, after almost 5 years I'm still not fully adapted to the lifestyle change (US to Fin).

IcookTacos

Sweden295 Posts

February 12 2015 18:46 GMT

#28

On February 13 2015 02:57 gneGne wrote:
What does kids health have to do with e-sports?

Why does it matter if It's relevant to esports or not?

imthemaster

United States115 Posts

February 12 2015 18:52 GMT

#29

Nice! Quest bars are the best macro friendly and tasty protein bars on the market. Love all these people posting when they have almost no idea what quest nutrition even is.

ThomasjServo

15244 Posts

February 12 2015 18:54 GMT

#30

On February 13 2015 03:15 Lorning wrote:
Could I just get the 2 free bars? they look good

Only if you add mayonnaise to them

Roe

Canada6002 Posts

February 12 2015 18:54 GMT

#31

If you want kids to be healthy get them to go outside and move around

Musicus

Germany23579 Posts

February 12 2015 18:57 GMT

#32

On February 13 2015 03:54 Roe wrote:
If you want kids to be healthy get them to go outside and move around

But then they couldn't play Starcraft all day long!

CosmicSpiral

United States15275 Posts

February 12 2015 19:00 GMT

#33

On February 13 2015 02:40 aXa wrote:
Wait, how are those cereal bars supposed to be healthy ?

The cream provides calcium, and the cookie provides energy. It's doctor-recommended!

OtherWorld

France17333 Posts

February 12 2015 19:09 GMT

#34

I fail to understand the negative reactions here. Obesity is a major issue in first-world countries right now, and even more so among young people. Obesity does not only leads, obviously, to earlier and more serious health problems, but the cost (I mean the actual cost, the monetary cost) that these health problems have on society is big and is likely to get better. Thus it is of the interest of everyone to help to reduce obesity.
As for the fact that Quest bars aren't exactly healthy, well it's probably true but what do you want, Coca-Cola sponsors the FIFA World Cup too lol. Companies trying to appear more health-friendly by making campaigns like these is neither new nor surprising, and should be welcomed as long as there are no conflicts of interest.
The only thing that bugs me here is that the title refers to Quest Nutrition while the OP says Quest Gaming d:

On February 13 2015 03:54 Roe wrote:
If you want kids to be healthy get them to go outside and move around

Not enough. You can do several hours of sport a day, if you eat only shit food health issues are still more likely to happen than with proper diet.

stuchiu

Fiddler's Green42661 Posts

February 12 2015 19:10 GMT

#35

On February 13 2015 04:00 CosmicSpiral wrote:

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The cream provides calcium, and the cookie provides energy. It's doctor-recommended!

Its part of the 7 main food catgories: Flames, Salt, Calcium, Sugar, Hatred, Spite, Memes.

Zealously

East Gorteau22261 Posts

February 12 2015 19:10 GMT

#36

On February 13 2015 03:54 Roe wrote:
If you want kids to be healthy get them to go outside and move around

I might note that proper diet is at least as important as exercise. High availability of fast foods and similar unhealthy foods is an issue that needs addressing just as much as kids not getting out enough.

CosmicSpiral

United States15275 Posts

February 12 2015 19:17 GMT

#37

On February 13 2015 04:10 stuchiu wrote:

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Its part of the 7 main food catgories: Flames, Salt, Calcium, Sugar, Hatred, Spite, Memes.

You forgot the 8th secret category: Crushing Guilt.

Waterflow

Sweden1550 Posts

February 12 2015 19:29 GMT

#38

I bet every single ingredient in those are healthy :D

ahw

Canada1099 Posts

February 12 2015 19:33 GMT

#39

for anyone who doesnt know, quest bars are more or less the only protein bars without a ton of sugar. they have a line without sucralose as well if that stuff bugs you, for whatever reason.

they are popular with people who follow low carbohydrate diets, or for anyone who is sensitive to that kind of thing.

I guess it follows that they are a better alternative to different bars, but thats personal preference. ive purchased them before, they are pretty good if you are on a specialized diet.

tldr, they are one of the best alternatives on the market. stop criticizing something for the sake of criticizing it

Shyndashu

United States136 Posts

February 12 2015 19:36 GMT

#40

I don't see what the big deal is. This is a good thing for 2 reasons: 1.) It branches esports as a positive motivator, especially when most esports is classified as a bunch of guys playing games hours all day in a dark room with bags of chips and sodas. In actuality, a lot of people who play these games are regular people who exercise, play sports, and do all those things other than just game. 2.) The bar is actually a healthier alternative than most other foods. It's got a good macro nutrient ratio, a lot higher in protein than some other bars which is good for reducing appetite and building muscle, and some of the fat content in the bar is made from healthy fats (almonds and coconut oils). This is not a candy bar. Putting this in a spotlight over other less healthy foods is a good direction to producing healthier younger generation.

Please bar your ignorance in exchange for education. I'm an avid fitness person in and outside of the gym, and seeing you guys talk like it's a bad move need to spend less time writing useless forums posts and more time educating yourself.