Whole Wheat Bread
* Calorie value is measured per serving weight shown
Nutrition (per 100g)
Common Serving Sizes
How long to burn 246 kcal
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About Whole Wheat Bread
A common staple bread with more dietary fiber than refined loaves.
Health Benefits of Whole Wheat Bread
Notable fiber content
100g of whole-wheat bread has about 6.4g fiber, far more than white bread (~2g) or white rice (0.3g). Fiber increases satiety, slows digestion and flattens blood sugar. Swapping whole-wheat bread for white is a convenient way to eat more whole grains.
Retains bran and germ nutrients
Whole-wheat bread is milled from whole kernels, preserving B vitamins, magnesium, zinc and phytochemicals, so it is denser in nutrients than refined products. Two slices (~100g) give about 10.5g protein and 6.4g fiber.
Shopping tips
Some products labeled 'whole wheat' contain little whole-wheat flour. Check the ingredient list and choose ones where whole-wheat flour is listed first. Its GI (~50-70) is lower than white bread, so it works as a daily staple.