Butternut Bread, 100% Whole Wheat 20 oz
No artificial colors or flavors. Per 2 Slice Serving: 130 calories; 0 g sat fat (0% DV); 260 mg sodium (11% DV); 4 g sugars; 3 g fiber (11% DV). Heart Healthy: 29 g whole grain per serving. 100% Whole Grain: 29 g or more per serving. Eat 48 g or more of whole grains daily. WholeGrainsCouncil.org. Good Source of Fiber: Butternut 100% Whole Wheat Bread is a good source of fiber, which can promote good digestive health and can aid in weight loss efforts (International Food Information Council). Foods that are good sources of fiber are digested more slowly by the body and can make us feel full and satisfied after eating less (International Food Information Council). The USDA dietary guidelines recommends eating 25g of fiber per day for women and 38g per day for men (US Department of Agriculture & U.S. Department of Health and Human Services). Heart Health Tips: Cut back on saturated fats and try to eliminate trans fats - they can raise cholesterol and lead to heart disease. Use olive oil instead of vegetable oil, butter, or margarine. It helps lower bad LDL cholesterol and helps raise good HDL cholesterol (American Heart Association). Maintain a healthy weight and body mass index (BMI) - the risk for heart disease may be higher if you are overweight or obese. Also, a high concentration of body fat around your abdomen may increase your risk of heart disease (American Heart Association). Just 30 minutes per day of moderate exercise, such as a brisk walk, offers heart health benefits - even if you have to split it into 2 or 3 10-15 minute segments (ChooseMyPlate.gov). Individuals should consult healthcare provider for help designing a safe exercise program. Per 2 Slices: good source of fiber; no white flour; no low fat; no trans fat; no saturated fat; no cholesterol. Contains a bioengineered food ingredient. Since 1893. All whole grain. Whole grains for healthy heart. Not all whole grain breads are created equal. Because of the quantity of whole grains baked into this loaf, Butternut 100% Whole Wheat Bread qualifies to make the following health claim: Diet rich in whole grain foods and other plant foods and low in total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers. All whole grain and great taste! Whole Grains for a Healthy Heart: Not all whole grain products are created equal. Because of the amount of whole grains baked into this loaf, Butternut 100% Whole Wheat Bread qualifies to make the following health claim: Diets rich in whole grain foods and other plant foods and low in total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers. Whole Grains for Your Health! Whole grains play an important role in digestive health by containing vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, phytochemicals, and other nutrients (American Society for Nutrition). In addition, whole grains contain antioxidants similar to what is found in fruits and vegetables, as well as antioxidants that are unique to grains (American College of Nutrition). All the nutrients in whole grains work together to provide health benefits that may reduce the risk of heart disease and cancers, as discussed above. Eating grain foods, like Butternut 100% Whole Wheat Bread, provides many nutrients that are vital for the health and maintenance of our bodies (ChooseMyPlate.gov). Grains are important sources of nutrients including dietary fiber, several b vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and folate), and minerals (such as iron) (ChooseMyPlate.gov). Nutrition at a Glance: no high fructose corn syrup. Freshness guarantee. See bottom for details. Freshness Guarantee: We stand behind the quality of our products. If you are not satisfied with one of our products, reach out to us at ChicagoBakingCompany.com. BCTGM: Bakery Confectionery Tobacco Workers & Grain Millers union made. AFL CIO CLC. ChicagoBakingCompany.com. Find us on Facebook (at)chicagobakingcompany. Be Informed: Why eat bread? Go to WhyEatBread.com.