Wheat Bread

Bread, wheat germ

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Bread, wheat germ's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

13%

261 kcal Calories

19%

9.6 g Protein

18%

48.3 g Carbs

2.9 g Fat

Good nutrient density 27/100

How many beneficial nutrients Bread, wheat germ delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Bread, wheat germ come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

261 kcal / serving

75% from carbs

Carbs 75%

48.3 g per serving
Fat 10%

2.9 g per serving
Protein 15%

9.6 g per serving

What Bread, wheat germ is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Selenium49% Manganese37% Thiamin (B1)31% Folate (B9)30% Riboflavin (B2)29% Niacin (B3)28% Copper23% Protein19% Iron19% Pantothenic Acid (B5)10% Phosphorus10%

Full nutrition breakdown

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Moderate
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Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

Carbohydrates	Amount	% DV
Total Carbohydrate	48.3 g	18%
Dietary Fiber	2.1 g	8%
Total Sugars	3.7 g	—

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	2.9 g	4%
Saturated Fat	0.7 g	3%
Monounsaturated Fat	1.3 g	—
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.7 g	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	45.0 mg	—
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	623.0 mg	—
Butyric Acid	1.0 mg	—
Caproic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Caprylic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Capric Acid	0.0 mg	—
Lauric Acid	1.0 mg	—
Myristic Acid	12.0 mg	—
Palmitic Acid	388.0 mg	—
Stearic Acid	254.0 mg	—
Palmitoleic Acid	9.0 mg	—
Oleic Acid	1,265.0 mg	—
Gadoleic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Erucic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Linoleic Acid	623.0 mg	—
Arachidonic Acid	0.0 mg	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0.0 mg	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0.0 mg	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	9.6 g	19%
Histidine	216.0 mg	—
Isoleucine	386.0 mg	—
Leucine	686.0 mg	—
Lysine	326.0 mg	—
Methionine	170.0 mg	—
Phenylalanine	458.0 mg	—
Threonine	302.0 mg	—
Tryptophan	114.0 mg	—
Valine	438.0 mg	—
Alanine	343.0 mg	—
Arginine	397.0 mg	—
Aspartic Acid	526.0 mg	—
Cystine	188.0 mg	—
Glutamic Acid	2,843.0 mg	—
Glycine	346.0 mg	—
Proline	971.0 mg	—
Serine	468.0 mg	—
Tyrosine	293.0 mg	—

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin C	0.2 mg	0%
Vitamin D	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	0.5 mg	3%
Vitamin K	1.1 mcg	1%
Thiamin (B1)	0.4 mg	31%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.4 mg	29%
Niacin (B3)	4.5 mg	28%
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg	5%
Folate (B9)	118.0 mcg	30%
Vitamin B12	0.1 mcg	3%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	0.5 mg	10%
Choline	18.7 mg	3%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	89.0 mg	7%
Iron	3.5 mg	19%
Magnesium	28.0 mg	7%
Phosphorus	121.0 mg	10%
Potassium	254.0 mg	5%
Sodium	553.0 mg	24%
Zinc	1.0 mg	9%
Copper	0.2 mg	23%
Manganese	0.8 mg	37%
Selenium	27.2 mcg	49%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	0.0 mg	0%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	0.0 g	—
Caffeine	0.0 mg	—
Theobromine	0.0 mg	—
Ash	2.1 g	—

About Bread, wheat germ

Wheat bread, often labeled brown bread, is made with a meaningful share of whole-wheat flour, giving it a heartier texture, a nuttier flavor, and a darker crumb than plain white loaves. The key distinction is in the flour: true whole-wheat bread keeps the grain's bran and germ, which is where much of the fiber, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, and healthy plant oils live. That extra fiber, roughly 2 to 3 grams a slice at about 70 to 90 calories, helps with fullness and digestion and slows the rise in blood sugar compared with refined bread.

Shoppers should read labels carefully, since some loaves tinted brown with molasses are mostly white flour; look for whole wheat listed as the first ingredient. It makes sturdy sandwiches, toast, and croutons. Keep wheat bread sealed at room temperature for several days, or freeze it, as its whole-grain oils shorten its shelf life.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Bread, wheat germ?

There are 261 calories in 100 g of Bread, wheat germ, or about 74 calories in 1 oz (28 g).

How much protein is in Bread, wheat germ?

Bread, wheat germ contains 9.6 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Bread, wheat germ?

Bread, wheat germ has 48.3 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Bread, wheat germ?

Bread, wheat germ provides 2.9 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Bread, wheat germ a good source of?

Bread, wheat germ is an excellent source of Selenium (49% DV), Manganese (37% DV), Thiamin (B1) (31% DV), Folate (B9) (30% DV), Riboflavin (B2) (29% DV) and Niacin (B3) (28% DV) and a good source of Protein, Iron, Pantothenic Acid (B5) and Phosphorus (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.