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Go ..., eat thy bread with joy

U V Brown

    The Medical Journal of Australia
    |June 7, 1975
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    Bread, a foundational convenience food, is a nutrient-dense source of essential vitamins, minerals, and carbohydrates. Despite common misconceptions, its low fat content means it is not excessively high in calories.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nutritional Science
    • Food Science

    Background:

    • Bread is recognized as one of humanity's oldest convenience foods.
    • Modern dietary trends often overlook the nutritional value of bread in favor of convenience and snack foods.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the often-overlooked nutritional contributions of bread to the human diet.
    • To address potential misconceptions regarding the caloric content of bread.

    Main Methods:

    • Nutritional analysis of bread composition.
    • Comparison of bread's nutritional profile with contemporary convenience foods.

    Main Results:

    • Bread provides significant amounts of protein, B vitamins, calcium, and iron.
    • It is a valuable source of starch, a preferred carbohydrate.

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  • Bread is relatively low in fat, contrary to popular belief regarding its calorie density.
  • Conclusions:

    • Bread remains a highly nutritious and valuable component of a balanced diet.
    • Its nutritional benefits, including essential micronutrients and carbohydrates, warrant greater recognition.
    • The perception of bread as a high-calorie food may be inaccurate due to its low fat content.