Here are some small snippets of information on bread from Susie Burrell (nutritionist and author).
White bread
While it may claim to be as good as wholemeal or wholegrain breads with extra fibre and nutrients added, it is still not as good nutritionally as wholegrain bread. In fact, in the eyes of a nutritionist, pure white bread sends blood glucose levels skyrocketing in a similar way to confectionery or soft drinks. Yes, it is true that sourdough is a better option but it does not change the fact that for those who can tolerate it, grain bread is best.
Banana bread
If you consider that the average muffin or slice of banana bread contains more than 60 grams of total carbohydrate (the equivalent of four slices of bread), 20-30 grams of fat and at least four teaspoons of sugar, it is safe to say that there is nothing healthy about banana bread except the bananas, and it should really just be called banana cake.
Shame……I love banana bread/cake!! A seldom food for most of us then, not an often food.
for more from Susie check out her newsletter……http://www.susieburrell.com.au/
I’ve seen her present many times and she has some really useful and practical information
