Baked goods

Bread, protein (includes gluten)

FDC 174917oz (28 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 58 · +18 vs Baked goods median

Protein bread scores 58 of 100, a Fair rating that ranks it 4th of 60 in the baked goods category, well ahead of many everyday loaves. Alongside an excellent 24% DV of protein, it also delivers 23% DV of iron, with smaller contributions of magnesium at 15% DV and fiber at 11% DV.

This is a specialty loaf built around vital wheat gluten, generally sliced for sandwiches or toast just like standard bread. A one-ounce slice supplies a meaningful protein boost for its size, but the trade-off is sodium: at 404 milligrams per 100 grams, it runs high enough to be worth watching for anyone tracking daily sodium intake.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 12.1 g · 20%Carb 43.8 g · 72%Fat 2.2 g · 8%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories245 kcal12%
Total fat2.2 g3%
Saturated fat0.33 g2%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium404 mg18%
Carbohydrate44 g16%
Dietary fiber3 g11%
Sugars1.4 g
Protein12 g24%
Potassium322 mg7%
Calcium124 mg10%
Iron4.2 mg23%
Magnesium65 mg15%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.36 mg2%

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FDC 174917

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Protein24% DV
Iron23% DV
Magnesium15% DV
Dietary fiber11% DV
Calcium10% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the baked goods median

Nutrient density58 vs 40 median
Protein / 100 g12 vs 8.6 median
Fiber / 100 g3 vs 3.4 median
Sodium / 100 g404 vs 447 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Bread, whole-wheat, commercially preparedDensity 61 vs 58Bread, white wheatDensity 72 vs 58Leavening agents, cream of tartarDensity 90 vs 58

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