Fibre content is one of the most commonly cited attributes of nutritious bread, but most Canadians don’t know much about it.  Learning more about what it is and how it helps make bread good for you will help you make informed bread choices for your family.

Fibre Basics

Fibre comes from plants and is essentially a thick and course substance that cannot be digested easily.  Instead, it helps your body digest other food by passing through your body and helping to clean out the digestive system.  There are many types of fibre and every plant is unique – oat fibre is different from wheat fibre, but both offer health benefits.

Why Does Fibre Matter In Nutritious Bread?

Most bread contain fibre naturally.  The whole grains that make bread good for you also contain fibre that helps in digestion.  Some nutritious bread even has added fibre for higher nutritional value.  Because some parts of the wheat grain are removed in the baking of white bread, it typically is lower in fibre.  There are exceptions like WONDER+^TM White Loaf with Fibre, which is an artificial preservative free bread that offers the classic taste and texture of white bread with added fibre.

Artificial Preservative Free Bread With Fibre

Fibre is recommended as part of any healthy diet.  Some breads have more fibre than others, so be sure to compare labels when selecting your bread.  Look for at least a half a gram of fibre per slice of nutritious bread.  You can even find breads that are both good sources or fibre and free of artificial preservatives and other added chemical additives.  Find what bread is good for you!