Supermarket aisles are brimming with breads labeled as "multigrain" or "wholesome," yet dietitians warn that several of these loaves contain as much sugar as a piece of candy and less than a gram of fiber. The Daily Mail reported that the sugary, ultra‑processed varieties can trigger rapid blood‑sugar spikes, while truly nutritious breads remain scarce on the shelves.

Sugar levels rival candy in some ‘multigrain’ loaves

According to the dietitians consulted by the Daily Mail, certain breads marketed as multigrain pack sugar amounts comparable to a typical hard‑candy serving. this hidden sweetness is often masked by seeds or grain‑sounding names , misleading consumers who assume the products are automatically healthier.

Fiber content under 1 gram in many marketed breads

The same experts highlighted that a large share of these “wholesome” breads deliver less than one gram of dietary fiber per slice, a figure barely better than that of refined white bread. With fiber stripped during processing, the loaves fail to provide the digestive benefits that whole‑grain products are supposed to offer.

Processing strips fiber and adds ultra‑processed additives

Registered dietitian Lakelyn Lumpkin of Top Nutrition Coaching explained that industrial milling removes the bran and germ, leaving mostly starch. the resulting product is then fortified with preservatives, vegetable oils, and other ultra‑processed ingredients, which together fuel a rapid rise and fall in blood glucose.

Dietitians recommend sourdough and sprouted grain as healthier options

In contrast, the professionals shared a shortlist of better choices, including tangy sourdough loaves and breads made from sprouted grains. These varieties retain more intact fiber and protein, supporting steady digestion and appetite control, according to the nutritionists.

Which brands top the sugar‑laden list?

The report did not name specific manufacturers, leaving a gap for shoppers who need to identify the worst offenders. without brand identifiers, consumers must rely on nutrition labels—checking for total sugar and fiber per serving—to avoid the hidden candy.