Wheat flour, white, bread, enriched & Diabetes
High glycemic impact — occasional choice only. Glycemic load of 46.7 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 46.7/100g · GI 66.6 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Impact
Nutrition Overview
This Version vs the Family
For sugar, this one sits in the middle of its Wheat flour family: 0.3 per 100g against a 0-1.1 per 100g spread. For protein, this one sits in the middle of its Wheat flour family: 12 per 100g against a 8.2-15.3 per 100g spread.
Glycemic load across the 22-item Wheat flour group runs 40.8 to 51.5 per 100g, so the version matters as much as the food. The rest of the family: Ole-grain (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program), 15% protein, 11.5% protein, bleached.
Practical Tips
💡 Cool & Reheat
Cooked-and-cooled starches form resistant starch, which resists digestion and reduces the glycemic response. Refrigerate and reheat before eating — the effect persists.
💡 Half Portion, Full Satisfaction
A half serving significantly reduces the glycemic load. Use it as a side, not the main event, and bulk up your plate with vegetables.
💡 Choose Lower-GI Varieties
Parboiled (converted) grains and certain varieties have lower GI due to differences in starch structure. Check individual food pages for specific GI values.
💡 Check Your Own Response
Individual blood sugar responses vary. Use a glucose meter to understand how this food affects you personally.
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Corn bran, crude & diabetes →🍚 Oat bran, cooked
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Oat bran, cooked & diabetes →🍚 Hominy, canned, white
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Hominy, canned, white & diabetes →🍚 Hominy, canned, yellow
GL 7.8/100g — Low GL
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Hominy, canned, yellow & diabetes →Frequently Asked Questions
Can Wheat flour white bread enriched fit into a diabetes meal plan?
Not the best choice. Wheat flour white bread enriched's GL of 46.7 is high. If it's culturally important or a personal favorite, try the 'cool and reheat' trick or mix it with a lower-GL alternative.
Where does Wheat flour white bread enriched sit on the glycemic load scale?
The glycemic load of Wheat flour white bread enriched is 46.7 per 100g. GL is calculated by multiplying the GI (66.6) by the available carbohydrates (70.1g) and dividing by 100.
Does Wheat flour white bread enriched spike blood sugar?
Wheat flour white bread enriched affects blood sugar by releasing glucose during digestion. Since its GL is 46.7 (high), it's wise to limit portions. Individual responses vary — check your glucose monitor.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 66.6 for Wheat flour white bread enriched is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Cereal Grains and Pasta 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 Wheat flour white bread enriched reduces the glycemic load substantially. At GL 46.7 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.
Methodology & Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 66.6 — subcategory_avg:Cereal Grains and Pasta. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 137.0g) = 46.7 × 137.0 ÷ 100 = 64.0
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 168896. 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. “Wheat flour, white, bread, enriched — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/wheat-flour-white-bread-enriched/
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.