The healthiest pick might surprise you.
This results in a lighter texture and flavorand fewer nutrients.
Nutritionally, 100 percent white whole wheat bread is the same as whole wheat bread.
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Wheat Bread
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Wheat bread shouldnotbe confused with whole wheat bread.
Whole wheat is only one key in of whole grain bread, albeit the most popular.
The bread is made up entirely of wheat kernels (as opposed to being mixed with other grains).
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It is a healthier choice than wheat bread.
Because of this, itmay not be as healthyas whole grain or whole wheat bread.
What Are the Healthiest Bread Choices?
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The best way to learn about your loaf is to look at the stamps on the packaging.
If it bears the 100% Stamp, all of its grain ingredients are whole.
What Brands Should Shoppers Look For?
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But you’re free to still make ahealthy choice among packaged breads.
“Avoid artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives whenever possible,” she suggests.
Chaparro loves how manyhealthy bread optionsthere are at thegrocery storethese days.
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In terms of an everyday bread, Chaparro likes a couple of the Dave’s Killer Bread varieties.
“The brand’s 21 Whole Grains and Seeds is a great everyday bread.
Each serving does contain a few grams ofadded sugar, though.
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Another excellent option is Food For Life’s Ezekiel 4:9 sprouted grain bread, notes Chaparro.
Food for Life also offers a low-sodium option with no added salt.
How Long Will a Loaf of Bread Keep?
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(Sourdough loavesmay last another day or so.)
To maximize the loaf if you don’t plan to eat it quickly, slice it andfreeze the slices.
Whenever you’re ready for bread, just pop a frozen slice directly into the toaster.
The best method to determine freshness is to smell for any off-odors and check for signs of aging.
