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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Carsen Holaday

David Protein bars accused of lying about calories as CEO insists ‘no one is getting Regina Georged’

David Protein bars, which skyrocketed in popularity amid the high-protein food trend, is being accused of lying to customers about how much fat and calories are really in the product in a new class action lawsuit.

A lawsuit filed in federal court in New York in January claims an accredited laboratory found that David Protein bars, which include flavors like Chocolate Chip Cookie and Fudge Brownie, are packing up to 83 percent more calories and 400 percent more fat content than what the brand advertises as 28 grams of protein for only 150 calories per bar.

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