# Hemp Protein Bars Primal Pantry's Bars Celebrate Plants as a Powerful Protein Source By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-12-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hemp-protein-bars References: [thedieline](http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2017/12/6/a-protein-bar-for-gym-goers-who-want-to-up-their-game) & [primalpantry](https://www.primalpantry.com/) [Primal Pantry's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angel-city-football-club) new hemp protein bars feature 15 grams of plant protein, appealing to health-conscious consumers who are looking for a clean way to fuel up before or after a workout. The [plant-powered protein bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/complete-nutrition-bar) are made with natural ingredients, yet are offered in indulgent flavors like Mixed Berry, Cocoa Brownie and Cocoa Orange. The packaging developed by Midday embraces a bold geometric design and on the reverse, a playful panel that integrates a hashtag. As a snack that helps to supply a clean source of energy to the body, Primal Pantry has quickly become popular within the world of sports and fitness. Although this industry tends to be dominated by products that spotlight animal products, these ones invite consumers to explore [alternative high-protein options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barebells-vegan-bars) sourced from plants. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-based Protein:** The rise of plant-based protein bars is disrupting the traditional market dominated by animal products. - **Clean Fuel Snacks:** Health-conscious consumers are seeking clean, natural energy sources in convenient snack formats. - **Bold Packaging Design:** Innovative packaging designs that embrace bold geometric patterns and playful elements create differentiation in the market. ### Where This Applies - **Sports and Fitness:** Sports and fitness industry professionals can tap into the growing demand for plant-based protein snacks to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can leverage the trend of clean, plant-based snacking to develop new products and cater to evolving consumer preferences. - **Packaging and Design:** Packaging and design professionals can explore opportunities in creating bold and innovative packaging designs for health-focused products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Natural Ingredient Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pb2-performance-plant-protein-bars.md) - [Plant-Powered Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-protein-bar-1.md) - [Plant-Based Protein Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chewy-protein-bars.md) - [Organic Plant-Based Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-plantbased-protein-bars.md) - [Adaptogenic Plant Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfood-plant-based-protein-bar.md) - [Coconut Milk Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-milk-chocolate-bars.md) - [Protein-Rich Vegan Candy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barebells-caramel-peanut.md) - [Plant-Based Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bobos-1.md) - [Clean Ingredient Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodybar-protein.md)