Pain Bastide vs Levain
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Pain Bastide | Levain |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 338 kcal | 34 kcal |
| Fat | 1.1 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 1.1 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 2.5 g |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 11.7 g | 2.8 g |
| Additives | 2 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Levain has 90% fewer calories (34 kcal vs 338 kcal).
- Levain has no fat, while Pain Bastide has 1.1 g.
- Levain has no sugar, while Pain Bastide has 1.1 g.
- Pain Bastide has 34% less salt (1.7 g vs 2.5 g).
- Pain Bastide has 100% more fiber (3.6 g vs 0 g).
- Pain Bastide has 76% more protein (11.7 g vs 2.8 g).
Ingredients
Pain Bastide
Farine de _blé_, semoule de _blé_ dur, _gluten_ de blé, sel, levure boulangère sèche 2% (émulsifiant : E491), agent de traitement de la farine : acide ascorbique, enzymes.
Levain
Eau, levain (blé), sel de cuisine iodé, gluten de blé, gluten d'épeautre.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Pain Bastide or Levain?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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?
Levain has fewer calories: 34 kcal versus 338 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Levain has less sugar: 0 g versus 1.1 g per 100 g.