Grain Bread Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits

7. Keeps You Full Longer

Studies suggest that whole grain breads tends to increase fullness and keep people satisfied longer than refined grain breads. Researchers suspect that both the fiber in whole grains and its beneficial effect on gut bacteria may contribute to satiety.

8. Helps Reduce Blood Sugar Spikes

A study compared the blood glucose (blood sugar) of overweight and obese men after they ate various types of breads on different occasions. Researchers found that the rise in blood sugar was significantly lower after participants ate 12-grain or sprouted grain breads compared to sourdough or white breads.

The findings suggest that whole grain breads may be better bread choices than sourdough or white bread to help miinmize the rise in blood sugar, especially for individuals at an increased risk for diabetes.