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Whole wheat bread made from heirloom Karakılçık wheat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Karakılçık whole wheat bread (60 g) has 148 calories. That works out to 247 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.1 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 4.7 g of fiber. Its 1.3 mg of Manganese covers 55% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 60 g
148
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
26.1g
· 9% DV
Protein
5.8g
· 12% DV
Fat
1.9g
· 2% DV
Fiber
4.7g
· 17% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 16% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 148 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.27 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 258 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.1 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 30 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 99 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 60 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 185 kcal |
| 3 slice (triple) | 90 g | 222 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 247 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 250 g | 618 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 500 g | 1235 kcal |
Calculated from 247 calories per 100 g.
Karakılçık whole wheat bread is bread made with whole-grain flour from Karakılçık, a traditional Turkish wheat variety. Because the flour retains the grain’s bran and germ, the bread has a different texture and flavor from bread made with refined wheat flour.
Karakılçık whole wheat bread typically has a hearty, wheat-forward flavor and a denser texture than white bread. The exact taste and crumb vary with the flour grind, fermentation method, and recipe, so Karakılçık bread is not necessarily sour or especially dense.
Yes, Karakılçık whole wheat bread is made from Karakılçık, a traditional wheat variety often described as an heirloom or ancient grain. Those descriptions refer to the wheat’s history; they do not guarantee a particular recipe, baking method, or health effect.
Not necessarily. Karakılçık whole wheat bread can be made with sourdough starter or commercial yeast; the wheat variety does not determine the fermentation method. Look for an explicit sourdough description if that preparation matters to you.
Karakılçık whole wheat bread differs mainly in its wheat variety. Regular whole wheat bread can use other wheat varieties, while Karakılçık bread uses Karakılçık flour; the name alone does not mean it is more nutritious or made in a traditional way.
Yes, you can make Karakılçık whole wheat bread at home with Karakılçık whole wheat flour, water, yeast, and salt. Whole wheat flour can absorb water gradually, so add it as needed and let the dough rest before deciding whether it needs more.
Store Karakılçık whole wheat bread in a bread box or a closed bag in a cool, dry place if you will eat it soon. Let it cool completely before wrapping to avoid trapped moisture, and discard the whole loaf if you find mold.
Yes, Karakılçık whole wheat bread freezes well. Slice it first and seal the slices in a freezer-safe bag so you can take out only what you need; thaw them at room temperature or toast them straight from frozen.
Karakılçık whole wheat bread does not cause weight loss by itself, but its whole-grain fiber may help some people feel full for longer. Pay attention to the portion and to calorie-dense spreads or foods eaten alongside it.
Karakılçık whole wheat bread still contains carbohydrates and can raise blood sugar. Its fiber may affect how quickly it is digested, but people with diabetes should choose portions and meal combinations based on their individual care plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.23mg · 19% DV
B3
2.88mg · 18% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
Folate
26.4µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.26mg · 55% DV
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Phosphorus
147mg · 21% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Sodium
258mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
153mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Karakılçık whole wheat bread is made with whole-grain flour from Karakılçık, a traditional wheat variety grown in Turkey, particularly associated with Anatolia. Keeping the bran and germ gives the loaf a hearty texture and a fuller, gently nutty flavour. Recipes and loaf styles vary, but it is generally more substantial than soft white sandwich bread.
In Turkey, it is often served at breakfast with cheese, olives and vegetables, or alongside soup; elsewhere, it works well for toast and everyday sandwiches. It provides 7.8 g of fibre per 100 g, making it a satisfying whole-grain choice. Pair it with eggs, hummus or fresh vegetables, or toast a slice if you prefer a crisper texture.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.27g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.74g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.