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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n*Published 9\/22. Updated 12\/24*<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n These are the best store bought bread options that are both healthy and affordable. Busy families looking for healthy bread options for sandwiches, toast, and more will find several options to choose from.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hi friends!<\/p>\n\n\n\n We’re continuing our best store-bought options series. So far we’ve covered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today we’re talking about bread. I frequently get requests for bread recommendations and I totally get it! The bread aisle is huge and overwhelming and with so many options available, it’s hard to know which is the best choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n First, we’re going to talk about a few different aspects of bread that you should consider when choosing which will work for your family. Aside from the nutritional aspect, you also have to consider whether you, or your kids, will eat it. Because it doesn’t matter how much protein and fiber is packed in there if your kids refuse to eat it, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n So let’s get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When deciding what bread is healthy and choosing a bread for you and your family, here are a few things to consider. As a Registered Dietitian, I look at things like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n I generally recommend choosing whole grain bread as one of your healthiest options. Whole grain means the entire kernel of the grain was used to make the flour. This means there are more nutrients like vitamins and minerals, protein, fiber, etc. Bread made with refined flour means part of the grain most of the grain processed out and you can lose things like fiber and nutrients (although they are often added back in).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mom hack: Look for the word WHOLE<\/strong> as the first ingredient. This is important! Just because it says wheat flour does not mean WHOLE wheat flour was used<\/strong>. You can also look for the yellow whole grain seal on the package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition, aim to avoid partially hydrogenated oils and high fructose corn syrup on the ingredient list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s rare to find bread with no added sugar and bread can actually be a big source of added sugar (one that people don’t always think about.) I suggest aiming for 2-3 grams or less per slice<\/strong>. Also, consider whether you’ll be eating one slice or two and check how many slices the info on the nutrition label is for. Sometimes the nutrition label info is per slice and sometimes it’s for a serving size of 2 slices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mom tip: Some brands have varieties that have 4-5 grams of added sugar per slice. If you’re eating two slices you’re getting 10 grams of added sugar at that meal just from the bread.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Aim to find a bread that has at least some protein and fiber. I suggest looking for at least 2-3 grams of fiber and at least 3 grams of protein per slice. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you choose white bread, know that it is enriched to add vitamins and minerals back in but will likely be lower in fiber than whole wheat options. Look for one that’s low in sodium and added sugar and higher in fiber if you can find it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Something like Brownberry Oat Nut is white in appearance but has 4 grams protein and 2 grams fiber per slice, which is good…but it also has 3 grams of added sugar per slice. So there are a lot of factors to consider! Dave’s Killer Bread White Done Right is another option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to portion size, many companies now have thin-sliced options. This is great for most people, especially kids. They are often lower in added sugar because the amount of bread is smaller but still can have a decent amount of fiber and protein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So let me share a few of my favorite options in the stores around me:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mom hack: These are some of the most economical options at my grocery store that still have a decent amount of protein and fiber per slice and are low in added sugar.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n Their thin sliced loaves give the nutrition info for 2 slices so the info above for the thin sliced is half of what’s listed on the label to reflect one slice.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n Mom tip: This company is known as Brownberry in the midwest, Arnold in the east and Orowheat in the west.<\/p>\n\n\n Has some great options but can be expensive:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mom tip –<\/strong> Some of their other options are higher in added sugar- 4 or 5 grams added sugar PER SLICE.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n
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Best Healthy Bread Brands 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Why You’ll Love the Best Healthy Store Bought Bread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Why choose whole grain bread brands?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Is there bread with no sugar added?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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What counts as high-fiber bread brands?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Is white bread healthy?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nBest Healthy Sandwich Bread For Kids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cheap Healthy Bread Options:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nDave’s Killer Bread<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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