During bread-making, nutrients are removed from refined bread (or white bread).
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Factors to Consider Before Eating Bread
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It’s recommended that at least half of the grains you consume are whole grains.
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Antinutrients
Anantinutrientis a compound that can interfere with the body’s ability to absorb other essential nutrients.
The presence of antinutrients in whole grains doesn’t mean you should avoid whole-grain bread.
While lectins aren’t considered to have great nutritional value, phytic acid does haveantioxidantproperties.
Vitamins and Minerals
Whole wheat bread can be a solid source of vitamins and minerals.
However, bread can be made from different variations of whole or refined grains.
The nutritional benefits of bread can differ based on the pop in and brand.
White bread, or bread made with refined flour, is not considered to be a healthful food.
That’s because it’s highly processed and can include additives like salt, sugar, and sugar substitutes.
Look for and avoid ingredients like sugar, maltose, and corn syrup.
Instead, choose whole-grain breads that are low in sodium and sugar.
A Word From Verywell
Whole wheat bread is a valuable part of a balanced and varied diet.
When choosing a brand, I often advise clients to read food labels.
Many popular whole wheat bread brands contain over 2 grams of added sugar per slice and have limited fiber.
“It should be listed as the first or second ingredient.
There are some circumstances where you should consider avoiding certain types of bread.
For example, you should avoid bread if you have:
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