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Bread made with wheat germ, richer in fiber and B vitamins than standard white bread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Wheat germ bread (56 g) has 149 calories. That works out to 266 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.8 g of carbs, 5.9 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 15.7 µg of Selenium covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 56 g
149
KCAL / 56G
Carbs
26.8g
· 10% DV
Protein
5.9g
· 12% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 15% · Fat 15%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 149 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.39 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 263 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.8 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 5.9 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) | 28 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 24 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 38 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 45 g | 120 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 56 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 186 kcal |
| 3 slice (thick) | 84 g | 223 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 266 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 372 kcal |
Calculated from 266 calories per 100 g.
Wheat germ bread is bread dough made with wheat germ, the nutrient-rich embryo of a wheat kernel. Recipes usually combine it with flour, water, yeast or sourdough, and salt; the amount and type of flour vary.
Often, yes: wheat germ bread tends to provide more fiber and B vitamins than standard white bread. Its exact advantages depend on the recipe, so a loaf made mostly with refined flour may differ from one made with whole-grain flour.
No. Wheat germ bread has wheat germ added to its dough, but it is not necessarily made with whole wheat flour. Whole wheat bread uses the bran, germ, and endosperm of the grain together.
Mix wheat germ into bread dough made with flour, water, yeast or sourdough, and salt. Knead and let the dough rise, then shape and bake it. Adding too much germ can make the loaf dense, so follow a tested recipe.
Wheat germ bread usually has a mild, nutty, toasted-wheat flavor and a heartier texture than plain white bread. The flavor becomes more pronounced when a recipe uses more wheat germ or whole-grain flour.
Yes, you can make wheat germ bread in a bread machine. Add the ingredients in the order recommended for your machine, and use a recipe designed for its loaf size; a heavy dough may need a whole-grain or basic bread setting.
Keep wheat germ bread in a sealed bread bag or bread box in a cool, dry place. Avoid refrigerating it, since refrigeration can make bread stale faster; check for mold and discard the loaf if you see any.
Yes. Slice wheat germ bread before freezing and seal it well, so you can take out only what you need. Toast slices straight from frozen or let them thaw at room temperature before serving.
Yes, wheat germ bread toasts well. Toasting brings out its nutty flavor and works for sandwiches or breakfast; keep an eye on it because dense slices may need a different setting than soft white bread.
Wheat germ bread can be a filling choice because it contains more fiber than standard white bread, but it does not cause weight loss by itself. Choose a portion that fits your meals and go easy on calorie-dense toppings.
Vitamins
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B3
2.18mg · 14% DV
Folate
32.48µg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.24µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Manganese
0.62mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
118mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Sodium
263mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
129mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Wheat germ bread is made with wheat germ—the part of the grain that can sprout—mixed into the dough. Recipes vary, but the germ gives the loaf a fuller, lightly nutty, grain-like flavour and may make it richer in fibre and B vitamins than standard white bread. Its crumb can be soft or slightly speckled, depending on how it is made.
It works well toasted at breakfast, as a sandwich loaf, or alongside soup and salads. In Turkey, similar breads may be served with cheese, olives and tomatoes at breakfast or with tea. Choose it when you want a more substantial everyday slice, and pair it with vegetables, eggs or a modest spread for a satisfying meal.
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.
Medium
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
0.39g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.