Key Takeaways

White bread is made with refined flour and is relatively high in carbohydrates and calories and low in fiber, protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals.

Eating foods made with refined carbs regularly may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart disease.

Healthier bread options include whole wheat, sourdough, spelt, rye, and pumpernickel.

White bread is a highly processed food with a finer, lighter texture than other types of bread, with more sugar and fewer nutrients but a longer shelf life than whole wheat bread. Research shows that eating white bread regularly may increase the risk of developing health conditions like type 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart disease.

1. Raises Blood Sugar and Diabetes Risk

White bread is a simple carbohydrate high in sugar. The

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