Do you know what’s delicious?
Soft and fluffy or dense and chewy, there are so many kinds of bread to drool over.
In case you weren’t aware, bread can indeed be packed with bothcarbohydratesandcalories.
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The same goes for bread’s potentialeffects on your weight.
“We go overboard on bread and other highly refined grains.
“It has more fiber and is lower in calories than white or refined grain breads.”
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“The healthiest bread option is something that is made with whole grains.
Research showsthat sourdough can work similarly to a prebiotic in some cases.
Is Sourdough Actually Healthier Than Regular Bread?
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When choosing a multigrain bread, be sure not to grab just any option.
“They sound healthy, but they’re probably made with partially or mostly refined white flour.
Wheat flour is 75% white flour and only 25% whole-wheat.”
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“The calorie content can range from 70100 calories per slice, similar to whole wheat bread.”
“Choose one that is 80110 calories, as there are various slice sizes.”
Rye breadboasts more micronutrients and has been linked to health gut microbiome activity.
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It may also help withinflammationand even reduce the risk ofcertain cancers.
With just 100 calories per piece of flatbread, it makes it easy to keep track of your intake.
Although, as Margulies notes, you may have to account for a few more calories for toppings.
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Yum, yum, and yum!
The ingredients used to make cloud bread mean that it’s gluten-free while also being keto and paleo diet-friendly.
One piece is about 5060 calories.
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“These nutrients support eyes, bones, metabolism, cognitive function, and immunity.”
That’s along with legumes such as lentils and soybeans.
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