WHITE BREAD, REALLY TO BE BANNED?

Choosing simplicity

Eating well doesn’t have to be complicated. On the contrary, simplicity and consistency are real strengths when it comes to maintaining a healthy, balanced diet day to day. It’s far better to rely on options that make life easier and help us stay consistent, rather than chasing “perfect” solutions that are hard to sustain in the long run. Simple but lasting healthy eating habits have a greater impact on health than sporadic healthy actions.

Is white bread really in the dock?

White bread often suffers from a bad reputation because it’s usually lower in fibre, vitamins, minerals, and protein than wholemeal bread. But we shouldn’t lump all white breads together, some stand out from the rest. They contain simple ingredients, no added sugars, and are a source of fibre and protein.

For example, St-Méthode’s Club White Loaf is a white bread that provides 7 g of protein, 3 g of fibre, and 2.25 mg of iron per two-slice serving (75 g). What sets it apart? It contains no added sugars, and whole wheat flour is listed third in its ingredients. The Club 100% Whole Wheat Loaf, meanwhile, offers 10 g of protein and 6 g of fibre. In both cases, these breads are great choices for back-to-school sandwiches!

I have fond memories of the white bread sandwiches my mum used to make for school. Back then, we didn’t have the same variety on our plates as we do today. Personally, I loved egg sandwiches, my mum would add pickles, and that combination works so well that I still add pickles to my egg sandwiches today.

This month’s recipes

This month, I’m suggesting you jazz up your usual recipes with updated versions of the classic egg and tuna sandwiches. They keep their traditional appeal but with a little extra twist! And as a bonus, eggs and tinned tuna are ingredients we nearly always have on hand, making them perfect last-minute lunches, even when the fridge is nearly empty!

The Eggstra Special

This egg and mustard sandwich with pickles and radishes will please everyone. It offers 21 g of protein and 4 g of fibre. Hard-boiled eggs are a good source of protein. You can also replace half the mayonnaise with plain yoghurt to reduce the fat content, a great way to lighten things up.

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The Classic Tuna

This revamped tuna sandwich, with a red pepper spread and spinach leaves, provides 31 g of protein and 8 g of fibre. Tinned tuna is an excellent, convenient source of protein. It’s a good source of valuable omega-3s and low in mercury if you choose light tuna instead of albacore. Spinach leaves are an easy way to add fibre, vitamins, and minerals to your lunches.

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