Do you bake your own bread?

Baking your own bread means that you know each and every ingredient that is going into that bread – from the type of flour used to the type of butter or fat that is included. You are thus at an advantage if you are planning to drop a few kilograms.

High fibre flour

Try using wholewheat or brown flour. One that is high in fibre is better for weight loss than the refined white flour that most breads are made with. Fibre not only helps make us feel full sooner, but it also offers great health benefits too.

Reduced fat

Experiment with using lower calorie fat options. Try out various butters and oils and find one that suits your calorie needs as well as meets your taste expectations. Or leave it out altogether!

Higher nutrient content

You can even try making a savoury bread by including some vegetables in the mixture. Red and yellow peppers add a unique taste, but feel free to try out whatever vegetables you prefer - like zucchini, butternut and other squashes, or carrots.

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