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Bread
Score: 6/10Neutral
Anti-InflammatoryInflammatory
Bread's inflammatory impact depends entirely on the type. White bread made from refined flour is inflammatory, while whole grain, sourdough, and sprouted grain breads have neutral to anti-inflammatory properties due to fiber and nutrients.
Benefits
- Whole grain varieties rich in fiber
- Sourdough has beneficial fermentation
- Sprouted grain bread more nutritious
- Good energy source
Concerns
- White bread spikes blood sugar rapidly
- Gluten can be inflammatory for sensitive people
- Many commercial breads contain additives
- Refined flour stripped of nutrients
Key Nutrients
FiberB vitaminsIronSelenium
Serving Size
1-2 slices whole grain
Tips
Choose whole grain, sourdough, or sprouted grain bread. Avoid white bread and heavily processed varieties.
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