Metro Rolls Italian Style vs Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread
Overall, Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Metro Rolls Italian Style | Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | a |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 251 kcal | 212 kcal |
| Fat | 1.5 g | 2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Sugars | 7.4 g | 4 g |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 0.9 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 6.3 g |
| Protein | 8.4 g | 12.3 g |
| Additives | 1 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 16% fewer calories (212 kcal vs 251 kcal).
- Metro Rolls Italian Style has 25% less fat (1.5 g vs 2 g).
- Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 46% less sugar (4 g vs 7.4 g).
- Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 57% more fiber (6.3 g vs 2.7 g).
- Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 31% more protein (12.3 g vs 8.4 g).
- Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has the better Nutri-Score.
- Metro Rolls Italian Style is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread lists: Soybeans.
Ingredients
Metro Rolls Italian Style
Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Semolina (Wheat), Sugar, Fermented Wheat Flour, Rapeseed Oil, Salt, Yeast, Palm Oil, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid.
Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread
Wholemeal Wheat Flour, Water, Wheat Gluten, Yeast, Sourdough (3%) (Water, Fermented Rye Flour, Salt), Coarse Wheat Bran, Rye Flour (2%), Malted Barley Flour, Salt, Vegetable Oils (Rapeseed, Sustainable Palm), Soya Flour, Caramelised Sugar, Fermented Wheat Flour, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
FAQ
Which is healthier: Metro Rolls Italian Style or Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread?
Overall, Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has fewer calories: 212 kcal versus 251 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has less sugar: 4 g versus 7.4 g per 100 g.