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Traditional plain bread, high in carbs, low in fat
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
260
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
52g
· 81%
Protein
8.5g
· 13%
Fat
1.5g
· 6%
Fiber
2.5g
Vitamins
B1
0.25mg · 21% DV
B3
2.5mg · 16% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
Folate
30µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
480mg · 21% DV
Iron
3mg · 17% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
70mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).
Bread stales mainly because it loses moisture and its starch structure changes over time. Refrigeration can speed up firming, so room-temperature storage works better for short-term use, while freezing is better for longer storage.
For everyday use, keep it in a cool, dry place such as a bread box or cloth bag. The fridge may slow mold a little, but it usually makes the texture go hard faster.
Yes, it freezes well if sliced and packed tightly to limit air exposure. You can toast it straight from frozen or thaw it at room temperature.
Toasting mainly removes water, so the slice feels drier and more concentrated, but the basic macros stay broadly similar. Very dark or burnt toast is best not eaten regularly.
It can work at either time, depending on what you eat with it. Before training it is often an easy-to-digest carb source, and after training it pairs well with a protein food for recovery.
On its own, bread may not keep you satisfied for long. Pairing it with protein, healthy fats, or higher-fibre foods such as eggs, yogurt, cheese, hummus, or vegetables usually makes the meal more filling.
Wholegrain bread is usually richer in fibre, which can help with fullness and bowel regularity. Plain bulk bread is often chosen instead for its softer texture and milder taste.
No. Being processed does not automatically make a food unhealthy; the overall eating pattern, portion size, and what you combine it with matter more.
People with coeliac disease, gluten sensitivity, or clear wheat-related symptoms should avoid or limit it because it contains gluten. Those managing blood sugar may also do better eating it as part of a balanced meal rather than on its own.
Not by itself, but if low-fibre bread makes up a large part of the diet, some people may notice slower bowel movements. Adequate fluids and enough fibre from vegetables, fruit, legumes, and whole grains help reduce that risk.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.