How to buy bread

(You’re about to read nutrition advice from a rando. Turn back now.)

Here’s what you want:

• Lots of fiber. Aim for a 5 to 1 ratio of of carbs to grams of fiber, or better.
• Low sugar. Aim for less than two grams of added sugar per slice.
• Whole grain. Make sure the word “whole” exists in the first ingredient.
• And no ingredients you’ve never heard of, if possible

Also: that “freshly baked” bread in the bakery section of your grocery store was probably partially baked and frozen a long time ago.