White bread
High GI
GL 10.4 per piece (28 g) · GL 37 per 100 g
- Source of quick energy
- High glycemic index and load
White bread has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One piece (28 g) adds a glycemic load of 10.4.
Updated Jul 27, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 16 per 100 g Sprouted grain bread offers a significantly lower GI of 36 compared to 75, leading to a much slower and steadier rise in blood sugar.
Sprouted whole grain bread - GL 14 per 100 g Flaxseed bread provides a much lower glycemic load of 14 compared to 37, making it a more blood-sugar-friendly alternative for sandwiches or toast.
Flaxseed bread - GL 1 per 100 g Cauliflower flats are an excellent low-glycemic swap with a GL of only 1, drastically reducing the overall glucose impact of your meal.
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice | 28 g | 10.4 |
| 2 slices | 56 g | 20.7 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 265 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 49 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 5 g |
| Natural | 3 g |
| Added | 2 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.9 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Fat | 3.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.5 g |
| Sodium | 490 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Source of quick energy
- Contains some protein
- High glycemic index and load
- Low fiber content
- Highly processed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of White bread?
White bread has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One piece (28 g) has a glycemic load of 10.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 37.
Is White bread good for people with insulin resistance?
White bread has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Sprouted whole grain bread.
How does White bread affect blood sugar?
White bread has a glycemic load of 37 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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