Myths and realities about bread

Bread is an everyday item, one of our closest sources of carbohydrates, and for this reason, it has gained a bad reputation. It is true that in excess it is not very good for the body, but it is not a harmful ingredient, and in fact, it can be quite useful when trying to gain energy and feel motivated. To help you learn more about this daily product, we tell you about its myths and realities. White vs Whole Grain (nutrition) The main difference in the process of making white bread and whole grain bread is that for the latter, unrefined flour is used, which makes this type of bread have a higher nutritional value, being richer in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Recipe: Bread with olives White vs Whole Grain (calories) Both types of bread provide a similar amount of calories: 261 Kilocalories per 100 grams. This means that, although it is true that whole grain is healthier due to its fiber and mineral content, both provide the same number of calories. Recipe: Bread with garlic Bread is nutritional Bread, in moderate amounts, provides different nutrients such as complex carbohydrates, fiber, some protein, very little fat, and important minerals and essential vitamins for the proper functioning of our body. Recipe: Egg bread Does bread make you gain weight? Various studies assert that the consumption of bread does not contribute to overweight or obesity. In fact, in some cases, it has been observed that dietary habits and nutritional parameters improve in people who consume bread compared to those who do not. Of course, this data comes from a study where bread is eaten in moderation. Recipe: Milk bread Bread, part of a balanced diet According to doctors and specialists, it is advisable to include two to three servings of cereals in each meal, with the recommended dose of carbohydrates being six servings per day. This means you can eat that amount of bread daily and still have a balanced diet. Recipe: Banana bread Bread is part of our ideal diet Bread is not harmful and is, in fact, one of the fundamental products of the Mediterranean diet. Although corn reigns over bread in America, the inherited European tradition in Mexico introduced bread hundreds of years ago and has made it an integral part of our diet. Recipe: Cornbread