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White Bread

+2.6

Refined flour and low fiber content push this food toward a pro-inflammatory profile.

Ingredient score breakdown

refined flour

+1.1

Lower fiber and faster glycemic response increase inflammatory burden.

added sugar

+0.8

High simple sugar intake is linked to pro-inflammatory markers.

omega-6 dominant oils

+0.5

High omega-6 to omega-3 balance can increase inflammatory signaling.

fortified B vitamins

-0.2

Micronutrient fortification slightly offsets score.

Why this score

This score is ingredient-based and weighted by DII-inspired evidence. Foods with added sugar, refined starches, and heavy processing trend higher; foods with fiber, omega-3, and polyphenols trend lower.

FODMAP note

Often tolerated in small portions but can trigger symptoms for sensitive users.

Healthier alternatives

  • sprouted grain bread
  • steel cut oats

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