White Bread: Two Slices You Could Cut
Who remembers growing up and eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for lunch at school? Or a ham and cheese sandwich? You probably cared more about what was between the two slices of bread than the bread itself, but nutritionists now caution that white bread may be more than just a means to transport filling: it may bring about unwanted calories and carbohydrates.
In a presentation given to the European Congress on Obesity, Professor Miguel Martinez-Gonzalez made the case against white bread. A single serving of white bread (two slices) contains about 190 calories by itself, two grams of fat, 37 grams of carbohydrates, and three grams of sugar. Conversely, 100% whole grain bread contains 30 fewer calories, 30 grams of carbohydrates, and 4 grams of sugar.
Of course, Professor Martinez-Gonzalez was quick to point out that eating white bread will not necessarily make you unhealthy. In fact, all studies conducted on the matter have shown that eating white bread and gaining weight only have a loose association. And in 2012, a study conducted by the British Nutrition Foundation showed that most health concerns about white bread were exaggerated. However, nutritionists point out that cutting a serving size of bread in half can help with your daily nutrition. Sometimes, every little bit helps when you’re considering your diet!
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