Bread can absolutely be a part of a healthy dietand some are better for you than others.
Whole grainsdeliver fiber and beneficial vitamins and minerals.
To that end, I’m sharing some of my favorite healthy breads.
Hopefully, this list will reduce your chances of being overwhelmed in the bread aisle.
Sprouted-Grain Bread
I always have sprouted-grain bread in my freezer.
It’s made from whole grains, so there’s fiber and protein to help keep you full.
It tends to be lower in sodium, and it usually doesn’t haveadded sugar.
You may find it in the freezer section or the bread aisle, depending on where you shop.
I grew up eating peanut butter and jelly sandwiches on whole-wheat bread.
When deciding between whole-wheat breads, look for whole-wheat flour as the first ingredient.
If wheat flour (as opposed towhole-wheat flour) is listed first, that’s not whole-grain flour.
You’ll want to check the sugar and sodium content too.
you could find whole-wheat sandwich bread but also whole-wheat naan bread and pita bread.
If you want the smell of fresh-baked bread wafting through your house, you canmake your own at home.
Sourdough is made by fermenting flour and water rather than using yeast.
The fermentation process may makesome nutrients more availablein the bread.
There usually isn’t added sugar either.
Sourdough seems to have health benefits beyond just providing energy from carbohydrates.
Seeded Bread
Seeds are some of the most nutritious foods it’s possible for you to eat.
Seeds also add a nice crunch if you like that in your bread.
ThisSeeded Whole-Grain Quick Breadis one of my favorite recipes.
English Muffins
While they’re technically not bread, you will find English muffins in the bread aisle.
Try ourHealthy Banana Breador get a dose of veggies with ourZucchini Banana Bread.
Choose whole-grain bread as much as possible and read the label for added sugar and sodium amounts.
Choose tasty toppings that don’t contain a lot of sugarand above all, enjoy your bread.
