What is this food?
Bread with raisins is a sweet, bread-based snack or breakfast item. It mainly provides carbohydrates (energy) plus some fiber from the bread and raisins.
Why it matters to health
This food can help fuel your day because it has 53.9 g carbohydrates per 100 g. The 4.5 g fiber supports better digestion and helps you feel fuller. Raisins also add natural sweetness, contributing to 15.9 g sugar per 100 g. On the caution side, it has 409 mg sodium and 4.6 g total fat (with 1.23 g saturated fat), so it’s best to keep portions in check—especially if you eat it often as a snack.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a snack or part of breakfast, not as your main carb for every meal. Aim for 1–2 small slices depending on your daily needs.
- Pair it with a protein and a fiber-rich side to balance your meal/snack (e.g., milk or yogurt, egg, or nuts, plus fruit).
- If you’re watching sugar, choose smaller portions or pick breads with less added sugar when available.
- For sodium, avoid pairing with other salty foods (e.g., instant noodles, processed meats) in the same snack/meal.
- Since you typically have 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks daily, spread your carbs across the day and don’t stack too many sweet snacks together.
Common Filipino dishes
Raisin bread, pandesal with butter, ensaymada, cinnamon raisin bread, oatmeal with raisins, fruit bread