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White Bread
Score: 7/10Inflammatory
Anti-InflammatoryInflammatory
White bread is made from refined flour stripped of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It causes rapid blood sugar spikes that trigger inflammatory responses in the body.
Benefits
- Convenient and widely available
- Often fortified with some vitamins
- Easy to digest for some
Concerns
- Refined carbohydrates spike blood sugar rapidly
- Stripped of natural fiber and nutrients
- Contains gluten which is inflammatory for some
- Often contains added sugars and preservatives
- Promotes insulin resistance over time
Key Nutrients
CarbohydratesSome B Vitamins (fortified)Iron (fortified)
Serving Size
1 slice (25g)
Tips
Replace with whole grain, sourdough, or sprouted grain bread. If you eat bread, choose varieties with visible seeds and grains. Sourdough fermentation may reduce inflammatory potential.
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