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Sourdough Bread

Sourdough bread is bread made by fermenting dough with wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria rather than only commercial yeast. The fermentation can improve flavor and may modestly affect digestibility compared with standard bread.

Beneficial properties

fermented food source of carbohydrates may be easier to digest for some people lower phytate than conventional bread provides energy

Nutritional highlights

Sourdough bread primarily provides carbohydrates, with moderate amounts of protein, B vitamins, iron, and selenium; whole-grain versions also provide more fiber and magnesium.

Caution. Contains gluten unless specifically made from gluten-free grains; not suitable for people with celiac disease and may aggravate symptoms in some people with IBS depending on ingredients and portion size.

Conditions it helps with

Bloating, Gas, & Indigestion
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
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IBS
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IBS / Sensitive Gut
Includes: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Recipes featuring Sourdough Bread

Raspberry Sourdough Toast
5 min
Snack/Side
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