Bread, wheat, toasted & Diabetes
High glycemic impact — occasional choice only. Glycemic load of 33 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 33/100g · GI 64.6 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Glycemic Impact
The Numbers at a Glance
What Makes This Version Different
This version carries the most saturated fat in the Bread group: 1.0 per 100g, about 4.2 times the family average (spread 0 to 1.0 per 100g). Sodium runs highest in this version — 601 mg per 100g, about 23% above the family average against a 473-601 mg per 100g range.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Sprouted (GL 18.5) and the heaviest is Toasted (GL 20.1); this one is limit. Within this Bread family (4 versions), GL per 100g spans 18.5 to 33 — the processing and fat content decide where each lands. See the numbers side by side: Sprouted, Variant, Toasted.
What to Watch For
⚠️ High Sodium
Bread, wheat, toasted provides 171mg of sodium per serving — significant relative to the ADA's daily recommendation of <2,300mg. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk in diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices throughout the rest of the day.
ADA recommends <2,300mg sodium per day for most adults with diabetes. Diabetes Care, 47(Suppl 1), 2024.
Worth Comparing
🍚 Leavening agents, yeast, baker's, compressed
GL 6.5/100g — Low GL
Fiber 8.1g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Leavening agents, yeast, baker's, compressed & diabetes →🍚 Leavening agents, yeast, baker's, active dry
GL 9.3/100g — Low GL
Fiber 26.9g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Leavening agents, yeast, baker's, active dry & diabetes →🍚 Bread, stuffing, dry mix, prepared
GL 11.7/100g — Moderate
Lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Bread, stuffing, dry mix, prepared & diabetes →🍚 Bread, stuffing, cornbread, dry mix, prepared
GL 12.3/100g — Moderate
Fiber 2.9g/100g. Lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Bread, stuffing, cornbread, dry mix, prepared & diabetes →Other Baked Products Foods
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 14g | 7.8g | 4.6 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 28g | 15.6g | 9.2 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 57g | 31.8g | 18.8 | Moderate |
GL ≤10 = Low (Friendly) · 11–19 = Moderate · ≥20 = High (Limit).
The page-level verdict is based on GL per 100g; this table shows how portion size changes the actual GL you get.
Questions People Ask
Is Bread wheat toasted good for diabetes?
Let's be straightforward: Bread wheat toasted at GL 33.0 isn't doing your glucose any favors. But food is more than numbers. If this matters to you culturally or emotionally, the strategy is small amounts + fiber/protein pairing — not total elimination.
What GL value does Bread wheat toasted carry?
The glycemic load of Bread wheat toasted is 33.0 per 100g. GL is calculated by multiplying the GI (64.6) by the available carbohydrates (51.1g) and dividing by 100.
How does Bread wheat toasted affect blood sugar?
Bread wheat toasted affects blood sugar by releasing glucose during digestion. Since its GL is 33.0 (high), it's wise to limit portions. Individual responses vary — check your glucose monitor.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 64.6 for Bread wheat toasted is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Baked Products category from the International GI Tables (Atkinson et al., 2021). Actual GI may vary by variety, ripeness, cooking method, and individual response. We display estimated values with full transparency so you can make informed decisions.
Can portion control make this food work?
Yes — half a standard serving of Bread wheat toasted reduces the glycemic load substantially. At GL 33.0 per 100g this is a dense source, but a half portion makes a meaningful difference. The key is mindfulness: use it as a side dish, not the main event, and fill most of your plate with non-starchy vegetables and lean protein.
Is the sodium level a concern?
Bread wheat toasted contains 171mg of sodium per serving — approaching the ADA's recommendation of <2,300mg daily. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk — the leading cause of death in people with diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices during the rest of the day. Fresh herbs, spices, and citrus can replace salt as flavoring.
Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 64.6 — subcategory_avg:Baked Products. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 28.4g) = 33.0 × 28.4 ÷ 100 = 9.4
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 172687. Data are in the public domain (CC0 1.0).
GL Classification: ≤10 = Low (Low GL), 11–19 = Moderate (Eat in Moderation), ≥20 = High (Limit). Based on University of Sydney Glycemic Index Foundation classification.
⚠️ GI value is estimated, not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. Actual GI may vary by variety, cooking method, and individual glycemic response.
Cite this page: GlycemicWise. “Bread, wheat, toasted — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/bread-wheat-toasted/
Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.