High-fiber breads are usually made with whole-wheat or whole-grain flour. They are enriched with extra fiber in the form of wheat bran, oat bran, pea fiber, soy fiber, or seeds and have a heavier consistency than white bread.
Top high-fiber bread with grilled eggplant or zucchini and a little goat cheese for an open-faced sandwich.
High-fiber bread (whole wheat), 1 slice
Calories: 69
Protein: 2.7g
Carbohydrate: 13g
Total Fat: 1.2g
Fiber: 1.9g
*Good source of: Selenium (10mcg)
*Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value, based upon United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines. Foods that are a “good source” of a particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the USDA Recommended Daily Value. Nutritional information and daily nutritional guidelines may vary in different countries. Please consult the appropriate organization in your country for specific nutritional values and the recommended daily guidelines.
Health benefits and
concerns for bread
Many health benefits and concerns associated with this food are applicable to other breads.
Read about health benefits and concerns for
bread for a full description.