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Bread May be Dangerous to Your Health. Find Out How
Bread is a unique staple in many countries of the world. Humanity has consumed bread for millennia.
Bread is prepared from a dough of water and flour. It is available in wide varieties, such as soda bread, sweet bread, sourdough, and more.
But, as popular as it seems to be, bread is characterized as fattening, harmful, and unhealthy.
We’ll find out why in this article.
Bread is low in essential nutrients
Bread is low in essential nutrients compared to vegetables and fruits.
It contains many carbs and calories but is very low in fat, protein, fiber, minerals, and vitamins.
But then, the nutrient profile can vary depending on the kind of bread.
For instance, whole-wheat bread may contain more fiber. Sprouted grain bread may be richer in vitamin C, E, and beta-carotene (1, 2).
The gluten problem
Wheat products typically contain gluten, and bread is no exception. Gluten is a protein that gives the dough an elastic texture and helps it to rise.
Many people can digest gluten without a problem, but some are allergic to it.
