Prioritizing protein in your diet is essential because it (1) helps increase or maintain muscle and bone strength, (2) supports healthy weight management by keeping you fuller for longer, and (3) plays a vital role in maintaining skin elasticity and overall bodily functions. Protein regulates caloric intake to manage body fat, aids in avoiding injury as you age, and is crucial for healthy bones, muscles, skin, hair, nails, and joints.
Learn more about the importance of protein from Dr. David Allison on our About our bar page.
We recommend consuming up to two David bars per day as a protein supplement. David is intended to complement a balanced diet by helping you increase protein intake with fewer calories. Consuming more than the recommended amount may cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
We recommend consuming 0.8 to 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight daily, as this range is optimal for maintaining and growing muscle while avoiding excess body fat. Experts note that current research supports higher protein intake for enhanced muscle growth and overall health. This recommendation exceeds the US Recommended Dietary Allowance, which defines at least 0.5 grams per pound to meet basic nutritional needs.
Consult your physician regarding your best diet options for you.
No. With the blend of highly digestible protein, 150 calories, and 0g of sugar, David helps anyone build strength, lose fat, and be beautiful, especially when paired with regular cardiovascular exercise and resistance training. Though highly digestible protein and high levels of key amino acids like leucine, David's protein system has been optimized to support muscle protein synthesis.
The idea of consuming too much protein has never been definitively established in research.
There may be an upper limit of protein intake that is safe (e.g., 400 g/day, above which may overly tax the kidneys), but we do not know this for certain. As such, it is quite difficult to make the case that eating 0.8 to 1 g of protein per pound of body weight is anything but beneficial.
Yes, David offers subscriptions for cartons. Subscribers enjoy a 10% discount on every order and the convenience of a steady supply of their favorite protein bars.
For more details, visit our Subscription page or check the additional FAQs in the Subscription section below.
Our bars are made in state‑of‑the‑art facilities in the United States and Canada that adhere to SQF Level 3 standards.
Our bars deliver exceptional value to our customers by offering 150 calories, 20-28g of highly digestible protein, and 0g sugar. We are less expensive and more convenient than our closest competitor: boiled cod.
David offers wholesale services for businesses in the United States only. If your business is interested in becoming a wholesale partner, you can apply here. We do not offer any bulk order pricing for individuals or international wholesalers/ distributors. You can learn more about our Wholesale program on our Wholesale page or in the Wholesale FAQs below.
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Products.
Protein system (milk protein isolate, collagen, whey protein concentrate, egg white); binding system (maltitol, allulose, glycerin, soluble corn fiber, tapioca starch, soy lecithin); fat system (modified plant fat [EPG], coconut oil or palm kernel oil); flavor system (unsweetened chocolate, Dutch process cocoa powder, natural and artificial flavors, salt, sucralose, acesulfame potassium, and flavor-specific ingredients such as peanut flour or color extracts).
Contains milk, egg, and soy. Peanut flavors contain peanut. Some flavors contain coconut. May contain sesame and tree nuts.
Yes, David is gluten-free. Our products are naturally gluten-free and do not contain any ingredients derived from gluten-containing grains. This rigorous testing ensures that our products are safe for those avoiding gluten. While we do not have official gluten-free certification, our commitment to these stringent standards ensures the highest level of safety and quality.
David contains allergens of milk, soy, coconut, and eggs. Our Salted Peanut Butter and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk flavors, as well as the Bronze bars, contain peanuts. Because all of our products are made in facilities that process peanuts, sesame, and tree nuts, there is a risk of cross-contamination.
Our bars are not suitable for most vegetarian or vegan diets given we use collagen derived from animals in combination with milk proteins.
Please review the ingredient list and consult with your healthcare provider if you have specific allergies or dietary concerns.
Shelf life is 1 year. Store in the refrigerator to maximize freshness or at room temperature away from direct sunlight. If chilled or frozen, let the bar return to room temp before eating.
David contains 0g of sugar and is primarily sweetened with sucralose and acesulfame potassium, which have no calories and a minimal impact on blood glucose levels.
Both sweeteners are FDA-approved as safe for use in food and have been the subject of extensive safety review. The FDA's evaluation of acesulfame potassium drew on more than 90 studies; sucralose was reviewed through more than 110 studies. These reviews supported FDA approval at typical consumption levels and included human clinical trial data on sucralose metabolism, including effects on individuals with diabetes.Maltitol and allulose, part of the bar's binding system, also add sweetness with a fraction of the caloric impact of sugar.
Maltitol, in its powder form, has a glycemic index of 35, meaning it causes a slower and minimal impact on blood glucose. Allulose has a near zero glycemic impact and contributes minimal calories.
Our bars contain 1-2g* of fiber. They are designed to provide high-quality protein with 150 calories and 0g sugar, providing the optimal nutrition to increase muscle and decrease fat. While our bars may not be considered high fiber, the high protein and allulose (a non digestible carbohydrate) result in a strong satiating effect.
*Contains up to 3g of total fat per serving. See nutritional information for fat content.
Our David Bronze bars contain up to 6g* of fiber. This is a substantial amount of fiber and can help you hit your nutritional goals. However, David bars are primarily designed to provide high-quality protein with minimal calories and 0g sugar, providing the optimal nutrition to increase muscle and decrease fat. The high protein and allulose (a non-digestible carbohydrate) result in a strong satiating effect.
*Contains 4g of total fat per serving. See nutritional information for fat content.
While we don't make specific claims about net carbs (as it's not an FDA-regulated term), David bars are designed to maximize protein while minimizing calories and sugar. Most of the carbohydrates in our bars have a reduced calorie impact (meaning they would not be counted as full "net carbs"), and the carbohydrates in David total just 18 calories per bar.
Based on this, our bars are blood-sugar-friendly, though we recommend testing with a glucose monitor to confirm how they work for you.
No, David is not certified Kosher. Our bars use collagen derived from animals in combination with milk proteins. David Gold uses bovine collagen while David Bronze uses bovine collagen and porcine gelatin
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Orders & shipping.
Yes. David offers a subscription that saves you 10%, includes a free variety pack with your first order, and can be modified or canceled anytime.
You can also add any 4 cartons to your cart and get 1 free. Shipping is free on orders over $50 for the United States and above $140 for Canada, with expedited options available at checkout for both the US and Canada. David is also available on additional seller sites (including Amazon, Walmart, Target, and Costco), where alternative shipping methods may be offered.
We include heat-protective packaging and gel packs for orders going to areas where we anticipate warmer temperatures. This helps preserve product quality throughout delivery.
We have multiple carriers that ship all orders in the United States.
All Canadian orders are shipped via Passport. Passport is an international shipping service that utilizes a network of global and local carriers to provide fast, accurate, and cost-effective cross-border shipping.
We cannot accommodate requests for specific carriers.
Occasionally, orders may be erroneously marked as delivered by the shipping carrier or left in your building’s package room. If your order still has not arrived by the close of the next business day, email us at [email protected], and we will assist.
If your order has not shipped yet, you can cancel your order by emailing us at [email protected]. We are unable to cancel your order after it has shipped.
You can modify your order by clicking the "Edit or View Your Order" button in your order confirmation email within one hour of your purchase.
After an hour, you can email us at [email protected] and we may be able to modify your order if it has not yet shipped. We are unable to modify your order after it has shipped.
You can change the delivery address of your order by clicking the "Edit or View Your Order" button in your order confirmation email within one hour of your purchase.
After an hour, you can email us at [email protected] and we may be able to modify your order if it has not yet shipped. We are unable to modify your order after it has shipped.
David bar products are currently available in Canada and in the United States, including the contiguous 48 states, Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. David Pints and Wild Caught Atlantic Cod ship only to the contiguous 48 US states. David Milkshakes ship to all 50 US states.
We accept major credit and debit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover, as well as popular digital wallets like Apple Pay, Google Pay, Shop Pay, and PayPal. All transactions will be billed in USD.
Note: Shop Pay rates range from 0%-36% APR. Payment options through Shop Pay Installments, are subject to an eligibility check and are provided by these lending partners: affirm.com/lenders. Options depend on your purchase amount, and a down payment may be required. State notices to consumers https://www.affirm.com/licenses.
Yes, we ship to P.O. Boxes and APO/FPO/DPO addresses within the United States. We do not ship to international APO/FPO/DPO addresses.
At this time, we’re unable to deliver to P.O. Boxes in Canada due to the ongoing Canada Post strike. We’ll resume service to these locations as soon as the situation is resolved.
Please note that delivery timelines to P.O. Boxes and APO/FPO/DPO addresses cannot be guaranteed as carriers sometimes experience delays to these destinations.
When you check out, an authorization hold may be placed on your account before the actual charge is processed. This can temporarily appear as a second charge. However, you will only be charged once for your order. The authorization hold will typically reconcile with the final charge in your account shortly, depending on your bank or credit card provider's processing timeline.
Tax is calculated automatically based on the tax regulations of your state. The amount depends on how your state classifies our bars and the applicable tax rate for that classification.
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Subscriptions.
Subscribers receive free shipping on first-time orders within the contiguous 48 United States.
Returning subscribers and all orders to Alaska and Hawaii enjoy free shipping on orders of $70 or more.
You will be charged when your order is ready to ship using the payment method on file.
You can change your payment method at any time by logging into your account. In the "Manage Subscriptions" section, select "My Account" at the top of the page, and then click the "Send email to update payment" button.
We are unable to change billing information on your behalf for security purposes.
We offer subscriptions for auto-delivery every 2, 4, and 8 weeks.
Through your Subscription Account page, you have complete control over your subscription at any time. Easily swap flavors, adjust quantities, or update your delivery frequency. You can also skip an order, select a specific delivery date, or process your next subscription immediately. If needed, you can cancel your subscription from your account.
Through your Subscription Account page, you can swap products or change order quantities at any time, including selecting one-time add-ons for upcoming deliveries.
You can update your shipping address and manage all of your subscription details by logging into your Subscription Account page.
Select "My Account" at the top of the page and then click "Edit information" under the "Shipping information" section on the left of the page.
Your subscription order will be placed on the date shown in your Upcoming Order Dates. Once the order is placed, it will be processed and fulfilled within two business days. Standard shipping for subscription orders takes 3-5 days following fulfillment, regardless of which carrier used.
Yes, at David Protein, we stand behind our products and quality controls. Please visit our Satisfaction Guarantee page for full details and claim requirements.
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Wholesale.
Only people in the United States are eligible to become a Wholesaler. To become a wholesale customer, you will need to submit a wholesale application on our website.
Once approved, you will gain access to our wholesale pricing and be able to place orders online. The only requirements are a business Tax ID and a commitment to storing the bars at ambient temperature and removing them from shelves before their "best by" date.
There are no minimum order requirements for wholesale customers but there are tiered discounts based upon order quantity.
Our wholesale pricing is available only to approved wholesale partners. Wholesale partners receive a ~30% discount on all orders as well as tax-exempt status. We also offer free shipping.
We do not accept product returns for wholesale orders. However, if you experience issues with the delivery of your order or receive damaged products, please contact us for assistance at [email protected].
We accept payment via credit card. Payment is due upon placing your order.
We ship wholesale orders using small parcel carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and USPS. The carrier is chosen to ensure your order is delivered as efficiently as possible. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate requests for specific carriers.
You can reach our wholesale team by emailing us at [email protected].
Yes, we provide our partners with a wholesale pack that includes various marketing materials to help you successfully sell David products. These may include digital assets, information about our ingredients, and FAQs.
No, we will notify all wholesalers when it does become available.
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Cod.
David is committed to delivering the most protein for the fewest calories. Our bars are one expression of that. Cod is another: a two-ingredient food with 18g of protein, 70 calories, 0g sugar. Exceptional macros, now in two different forms.
David Canned Cod is wild-caught Atlantic cod from Greenland's North Atlantic waters, with nothing added but a touch of salt. Two ingredients: 99% Atlantic cod and 1% salt. No oils, fillers, or preservatives.
Clean, mild, and naturally savory. No oil, no fillers. The flavor is pure cod with nothing masking it. It's versatile enough to eat straight from the can, flaked over rice or greens, mixed into a high-protein scramble, or used as the base for any recipe that calls for fish. If you've only ever had canned tuna packed in water, this is a significant step up in texture and flavor.
Our canned cod is wild-caught from Greenland's North Atlantic waters, one of the most pristine and well-managed fisheries in the world. They operate under strict catch quotas and fishery management standards. The final product is produced in an EU-authorized facility in Denmark under strict quality and sensory controls.
Most canned fish is packed in olive oil, sunflower oil, or heavily seasoned brine, which adds calories and ruins cod's naturally superior protein-to-calorie ratio. David Canned Cod is packed in its own natural flavors, so the macros you see are exactly the macros you get: 18g of protein and 70 calories.
Store unopened cans in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, transfer any remaining cod to a sealed container and refrigerate at or below 41°F.
Unopened, each can has a shelf life of 4½ years from the date of production. You will find the best-before date printed on the bottom of every can.
The canned cod will ship with your protein bars in one package. If your order is very large, it will arrive in more than one package, but these items can ship together.
With 0g carbohydrates, 0g sugar, and no grains, gluten, dairy, or soy, it fits comfortably within many diets including ketogenic, paleo, and gluten-free dietary frameworks.
Wild Caught Atlantic Cod is only available for purchase in the United States and does not ship to Canada.
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Pints.
David pints are a delicious, frozen dessert option that is packed with protein, available in four flavors: Vanilla Bean (210 calories, less than 1g sugar), Triple Peanut Butter (260 calories, 2g sugar), Triple Chocolate (260 calories, 2g sugar), and Cookie Dough (260 calories, 2g sugar). Each pint delivers 30g of protein and features a rich, creamy texture with indulgent flavor.
David pints are available for shipping within the 48 contiguous United States. Unfortunately, we're unable to ship to Hawaii, Alaska, or any international destinations, including Canada, at this time.
David pints ship Monday through Wednesday to avoid weekend transit delays and usually arrive within 1 to 2 days. David bars ship separately from frozen items and may arrive on a different date.
We pack all frozen shipments with dry ice to keep your pints frozen through the day of delivery to your address. When your order arrives, transfer your pints to the freezer immediately. Dry ice will sublimate during transit, so don't be concerned if the box appears empty of dry ice upon opening.
If your pints arrive melted or damaged, contact us at [email protected] with a photo. We'll make it right.
Yes, David pints are gluten-free.
Your David pints arrive packed with dry ice to keep them frozen through delivery. Please follow these safety precautions when handling:
Never handle dry ice with bare hands. Use gloves or a cloth as direct contact can cause severe burns or frostbite.
Keep away from children and pets at all times.
Do not place dry ice in sealed or airtight containers. Dry ice sublimates into carbon dioxide gas, which can cause containers to burst.
Do not inhale. Carbon dioxide vapor does not support life and can cause suffocation. Always handle in a well-ventilated area.
Disposal: Leave any remaining dry ice at room temperature in a ventilated area. It will sublimate from a solid to a gas on its own. Never dispose of it in a sink, trash can, or sealed bag.
David Protein is not responsible for damage or injury resulting from improper dry ice handling. For additional safety information, refer to the enclosed dry ice safety card.
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Milkshakes.
Before opening, our protein milkshakes are shelf stable and do not require refrigeration. We recommend storing the milkshakes in a cool dark place to extend shelf life. After opening, seal and refrigerate. We recommend enjoying them cold for the best tasting experience.
David uses EPG to provide a better texture while maintaining a focus on protein to calorie ratio.
Our milkshakes are made with ultra-filtered milk, which provides more protein and less sugar than regular milk while maintaining the creamy, delicious taste of a classic milkshake.
Yes. We use ultra-filtered milk and add lactase enzyme to break down the remaining lactose, resulting in a lactose-free, creamy milkshake.
No.
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