High in nutrients
Top 1 in Top 5 Health Benefits of Rye Bread
Rye bread has high fiber content and an exceptional nutritional profile. The actual composition, however, is determined by the amount of rye flour used, with darker rye bread containing more rye flour than lighter types. 1 slice (32 grams) of rye bread offers the following nutrients on average:
- Calories: 83
- Protein: 2.7 grams
- Carbs: 15.5 grams
- Fat: 1.1 grams
- Fiber: 1.9 grams
- Selenium: 18% of the Daily Value (DV)
- Thiamine: 11.6% of the DV
- Manganese: 11.5% of the DV
- Riboflavin: 8.2% of the DV
- Niacin: 7.6% of the DV
- Vitamin B6: 7.5% of the DV
- Copper: 6.6% of the DV
- Iron: 5% of the DV
- Folate: 8.8% of the DV
Small levels of zinc, pantothenic acid, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, and other minerals can also be found in rye bread. In comparison to white and whole wheat bread, rye bread is richer in fiber and contains more minerals, particularly B vitamins. Furthermore, studies have shown that pure rye bread is more satisfying and has a lower impact on blood sugar levels than white and wheat loaves.
