Broke ass college dudes can live off protein shakes and power bars in lieu of meals, especially in the post-spring break “Damn I’m fat” gym-heading season. But can these cheap ass meals-in-a-bar actually replace real food? Some say yes, as the lack of moisture can keep packed goods from decaying and the powdered form is more easily broken down. Others say you miss the grit from the real source. We have Registered Dietitian Rachel Tobin, M.S., R.D. whey in on the matter. Check out the good, the bad, and the ugly after the jump.

Lee Haney is a former bodybuilder who holds the world record for Mr. Olympia titles, winning the award 8 years in a row from 1984 to 1991. These days Haney is a devout Christian, selling a line of supplements while promoting overall health and well-being. That’s pretty mellow for a guy who looks like he could rip a tree trunk out of the ground without break… Click to read more