Bread, white, sliced

White sliced bread is bread made mainly from refined wheat flour, supplied in slices. It provides mainly carbohydrate, with some protein and fibre. Per 100g, it contains 46g of carbohydrate, 7.9g of protein, 2.5g of fibre and 1g of salt. These figures describe the bread itself, without spreads or other toppings.

Carbohydrate provides energy for the body, while protein supports the growth and repair of tissues. Fibre helps maintain normal bowel function. The salt content is worth noting for people monitoring their salt intake, as bread can contribute to the total eaten throughout the day. Spreads and toppings can add further salt, fat or sugar. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.