Frequently Asked Questions
How can Grenade bars taste so good with only 1g of sugar?
The sweetness comes from maltitol — a sugar alcohol — plus sucralose, rather than from sucrose or glucose. Each 60g bar carries about 10g of maltitol, which is what lets Grenade deliver a confectionery-grade taste and a gooey texture at just 1g of sugar. Note that maltitol is a polyol: the label warns that excessive consumption may cause a laxative effect, so start with one bar and see how you tolerate it.
What are impact carbs, and why is the number lower than total carbohydrates?
Impact carbs (net carbs) are total carbohydrates minus fibre and sugar alcohols, since neither is absorbed as glucose in the usual way. A Canadian Grenade OREO bar lists 21g of total carbohydrate, of which 10g is maltitol and 1g is fibre — leaving roughly 10g of impact carbs. Be aware that impact carbs is a marketing convention rather than a regulated term: if you track total carbohydrates, count the 21g. Figures vary between flavours, so check your label.
What is the protein in Grenade bars actually made from?
The protein comes from a milk protein blend — calcium caseinate and whey protein isolate — combined with hydrolysed collagen. Collagen is not a complete protein, so the 21g on the label is not equivalent to 21g of pure whey. It is still a substantial and satiating protein serving for a snack bar, but it is worth knowing what you are getting. The bars are not suitable for vegans or vegetarians.
Are Grenade bars suitable for people with allergies or lactose intolerance?
Canadian Grenade bars contain milk, soy and wheat, and depending on flavour may contain almond, hazelnut, peanut, cashew and mustard. They are not suitable for anyone with a dairy, soy or wheat allergy. Because they use isolated dairy proteins they may be lower in lactose than liquid dairy, but they are not certified lactose-free. Allergen content varies significantly from flavour to flavour — always read the specific label rather than relying on product-level information. The label also states these bars are not suitable for children under 14.
Is Bulldog Nutrition an authorized Grenade retailer in Canada?
Yes. Bulldog Nutrition is an authorized Canadian and US retailer of Grenade. Every box is sourced directly through legitimate distribution to ensure you receive genuine, in-date product — never grey market or counterfeit — with over 10 years serving customers and fast shipping across Canada and the US.