Unfortunately there is no simple answer.
Some sports bars are more appropriate for certain individuals.
Some individuals should not be eating sports bars period. But before I get into all that, lets back up for a minute and review some basic nutrition facts. People are unequivocally more savvy about diet and nutrition today than they were ten years ago. However, popular thinking continues to abound with misconceptions. What many don't realize is that in order for a chewy, sweet, cookie or brownie or sports bar to remain chewy and sweet in the absence of fat, extra sugar has been added to the recipe.