Whole-wheat bread

Whole-wheat bread is a hearty, nutty-flavored bread made from flour that includes the entire wheat kernel—the bran, germ, and endosperm. Its typical ingredients are whole-wheat flour, water, yeast, salt, and often a sweetener like honey or molasses. This staple food has ancient origins and is now a global dietary cornerstone.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It is a complex carbohydrate-rich food that provides a good source of dietary fiber, B vitamins, and minerals like iron and magnesium. A standard slice (about 28-30g) typically contains around 70-80 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	100 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	1.5 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	150 mg
Manganese	1.0 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Thiamin (B1)	0.15 mg
Niacin (B3)	2.0 mg
Folate	30 mcg
Iron	1.0 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg

Per 1 slice (about 40 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Nutritionally, it's unique because the intact wheat germ provides natural vitamin E and healthy fats, which are stripped from refined white flour. Culturally, it represents a shift towards health-conscious eating and is often a symbol of simple, wholesome sustenance.