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Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat

Baked Goods Per 100 g · Per 100g serving
Contains: 🌾 Wheat

Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat is a baked product at 239 calories per 100g. It is an excellent source of Selenium, providing 31.4 µg (57% of the Daily Value) per 100g serving. This baked product is a useful source of fiber. Baked goods derive their nutrients primarily from their flour, fat, and enrichment ingredients. Whole-grain varieties generally offer more fiber and micronutrients. Our database tracks 62 nutrients for this food, plus glycemic index, environmental footprint data.

239
Calories
kcal
8.3
Protein
g
1.0
Fat
g
49.1
Carbs
g
4.2
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

💎
Selenium
31.4 µg
57% DV
☀️
Thiamin (B1)
0.52 mg
44% DV
💪
Carbohydrate
49.1 g
38% DV

Data for 62 of 150 tracked nutrients

Nutrient Fingerprint

How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Macronutrients 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water SR39.8g
1%
Calories SR239kcal
Energy (kJ) SR1,000kj
Protein SR8.3g
15%
Total Fat SR1.0g
Carbohydrate SR49.1g
38%
Fiber SR4.2g
11%
Total Sugars SR0g
Ash SR1.7g
Minerals 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium SR42.0mg
4%
Iron SR0.75mg
9%
Magnesium SR52.0mg
13%
Phosphorus SR159mg
23%
Potassium SR163mg
5%
Sodium SR375mg
25%
Zinc SR1.2mg
10%
Copper SR0.19mg
21%
Selenium SR31.4µg
57%
Vitamins 23
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) SR3.0µg
0%
Vitamin A (IU) SR0IU
Retinol SR0µg
Beta-Carotene SR2.0µg
Alpha-Carotene SR0µg
Beta-Cryptoxanthin SR0µg
Lycopene SR0µg
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR97.0µg
Vitamin C SR0mg
Vitamin D SR0µg
Vitamin D (IU) SR0IU
Vitamin E SR0.30mg
2%
Vitamin K1 SR0.70µg
1%
Thiamin (B1) SR0.52mg
44%
Riboflavin (B2) SR0.25mg
19%
Niacin (B3) SR3.9mg
24%
Vitamin B6 SR0.16mg
12%
Folate SR96.0µg
24%
Folic Acid SR50.0µg
Folate (food) SR46.0µg
Folate (DFE) SR131µg
Vitamin B12 SR0µg
Choline SR10.4mg
2%
Fatty Acids 8
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat SR0g
Monounsaturated Fat SR0.18g
Polyunsaturated Fat SR0.58g
Trans Fat SR0g
Cholesterol SR0mg
Omega-3 EPA SR0g
Omega-3 DPA SR0g
Omega-3 DHA SR0g
Individual Fatty Acids 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Butyric Acid (4:0) SR0g
Caproic Acid (6:0) SR0g
Caprylic Acid (8:0) SR0g
Capric Acid (10:0) SR0g
Lauric Acid (12:0) SR0g
Myristic Acid (14:0) SR0g
Palmitic Acid (16:0) SR0g
Stearic Acid (18:0) SR0g
Linoleic Acid (18:2) SR0.54g
3%
Linolenic Acid (18:3) SR0.04g
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine SR0mg
Theobromine SR0mg
Alcohol SR0g

Nutrient Density Score

The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.

17
NRF9.3 Score
Moderate · per 100 kcal
Poor (<0) Moderate Good Excellent (100+)

NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.

Nutrient Interactions in This Food

Nutrients in this food that enhance or compete with each other during absorption.

✔ Synergies — nutrients that help each other

Vitamin B6 + Magnesium●●

Vitamin B6 may enhance intracellular magnesium accumulation. Combined supplementation has shown greater benefits for stress and anxiety than magnesium alone.

Pouteau et al., PLoS One, 2018

Vitamin B6 + Folate●●

Vitamin B6 is a cofactor in folate-dependent one-carbon metabolism. Together with B12, these three nutrients regulate homocysteine levels.

Selhub, J Nutr Health Aging, 2002

⚠ Antagonisms — nutrients that compete

Zinc vs Copper●●●

High zinc intake induces metallothionein in enterocytes, which traps copper and blocks its absorption. Prolonged high-dose zinc can cause copper deficiency.

Prasad et al., JAMA, 1978; Fosmire, Am J Clin Nutr, 1990

Zinc vs Iron●●

Zinc and non-heme iron compete for the same intestinal transporter (DMT1). High doses of one can reduce absorption of the other when taken simultaneously.

Rossander-Hulten et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 1991

Fiber vs Iron●●

Phytates in high-fibre foods (whole grains, legumes) bind non-heme iron and reduce its bioavailability. Soaking, sprouting, and fermentation reduce phytate content.

Hurrell & Egli, Int J Vitam Nutr Res, 2010

Fiber vs Zinc●●

Phytates in fibre-rich foods chelate zinc, reducing its bioavailability by up to 50% in high-phytate diets. This is a major concern in plant-based diets.

Sandstrom, Food Nutr Res, 1997

Fatty Acid Profile

Breakdown of fat types per 100g. A healthy fat profile favours unsaturated fats (mono + poly) and a balanced omega-3 to omega-6 ratio.

0g
Saturated
0.18g
Monounsaturated
0.58g
Polyunsaturated
Omega Fatty Acids
Linoleic acid (18:2 n-6)0.54 g

How Cooking Changes Nutrients

Estimated percentage of each nutrient retained after cooking, based on USDA retention factors for the “Flour & Meal” food category. Values of 100% mean no loss; lower values indicate nutrients lost to heat, water, or oxidation.

Key insights
Folate loses up to 35% when sautéed. Toasted retains 85%.
Vitamin B6 loses up to 10% when steamed. Toasted retains 100%.

Source: USDA Table of Nutrient Retention Factors, Release 6 (2007). Retention values are category-level averages — actual retention depends on cooking time, temperature, and water volume.

USDA Retention Factors

Glycemic Impact

The Glycemic Index (GI) measures how quickly a food raises blood sugar on a 0–100 scale. Glycemic Load (GL) accounts for typical serving size. Low GI < 55, Medium 56–69, High ≥ 70.

74
Glycemic Index
High GI
10
Glycemic Load
Low GL (per 30g)
GI Scale 74
0 Low <55 Med High ≥70 100

GI data matched from: “Whole wheat bread” · ●●● high confidence

Source: International Tables of Glycemic Index (Sydney University, 2021)

Environmental Impact

Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Wheat & Rye (Bread)” category.

1.6
kg CO₂e / kg
Low Impact
3.5
m² land / kg
Land Use
648
L water / kg
Water Use
12.2
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions1.6 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use3.5 m² / kg
Water Use648 L / kg
Eutrophication7.2 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification12.2 g SO₂e / kg
⚠️ Important context about this data
  • Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
  • System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
  • Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
  • Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.

Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.

Global Supply: Cereals

Top 10 countries by per capita supply of the “Cereals” food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023). This is food group–level data from FAO Food Balance Sheets, not specific to this individual food.

1.
Egypt
1962
2.
Bhutan
1927
3.
Serbia
1888
4.
Morocco
1876
5.
Mali
1862
6.
Ethiopia
1829
7.
Philippines
1774
8.
Bangladesh
1756
9.
Myanmar
1738
10.
Nepal
1679

Global Supply Trend (1961–2023)

+8%
1961: 1030 kcal2023: 1108 kcal

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste, converted to kcal/capita/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat?

Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat contains 239 kcal per 100 grams, making it a moderate-calorie food. The energy comes from 8.3g of protein (14% of calories), 1.0g of fat (4%), and 49.1g of carbohydrates (82%). Carbohydrates are the primary energy source.

What is Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat is Selenium, providing 31.4 µg per 100g (57% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Thiamin (B1) (44% DV). Our database tracks 62 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat high in protein?

Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat contains 8.3g of protein per 100 grams. While not a high-protein food, it can contribute to daily protein needs as part of a varied diet.

How much fiber is in Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat?

Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat contains 4.2g of fiber per 100 grams — a moderate amount. This contributes to the recommended daily intake of 25-38g. Pairing with other fiber-rich foods like vegetables, legumes, or whole grains can help meet daily targets.

What is the glycemic index of Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat?

Bread, french or vienna, whole wheat has a glycemic index of 74, which is classified as high (≥70). High-GI foods cause a rapid spike in blood sugar. Pairing with protein, fat, or fiber can help moderate the glycemic response. The glycemic load, which accounts for typical serving size, provides additional context for real-world blood sugar impact.