Rye Sourdough Bloomer vs Whole meal sourdough
Overall, Rye Sourdough Bloomer has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Rye Sourdough Bloomer | Whole meal sourdough |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 232 kcal | 258 kcal |
| Fat | 1.2 g | 3.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 0.6 g |
| Sugars | 1.8 g | 1.2 g |
| Salt | — | 2.1 g |
| Fiber | 6.4 g | 5.2 g |
| Protein | 8.8 g | 11.6 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Rye Sourdough Bloomer has 10% fewer calories (232 kcal vs 258 kcal).
- Rye Sourdough Bloomer has 66% less fat (1.2 g vs 3.6 g).
- Whole meal sourdough has 36% less sugar (1.2 g vs 1.8 g).
- Rye Sourdough Bloomer has 19% more fiber (6.4 g vs 5.2 g).
- Whole meal sourdough has 24% more protein (11.6 g vs 8.8 g).
- Only Whole meal sourdough lists: Soybeans.
Ingredients
Rye Sourdough Bloomer
Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin], Water, Rye Flour (7%), Wheat Fibre, Salt, Rice Flour. Malted Barley Flour, Rapeseed Oil, Barley Malt Extract.
Whole meal sourdough
wholemeal wheat flour (62%), water, wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamine), rapeseed oil, salt, wheat gluten, extra virgin olive oil, soya flour, wheat flour, flour treatment agent (ascorbic acid)
FAQ
Which is healthier: Rye Sourdough Bloomer or Whole meal sourdough?
Overall, Rye Sourdough Bloomer 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?
Rye Sourdough Bloomer has fewer calories: 232 kcal versus 258 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Whole meal sourdough has less sugar: 1.2 g versus 1.8 g per 100 g.