Bread is the top contributor of dietary sodium in the US and many other countries around the world. Whole wheat bread is a staple for many health-conscious people because its high fiber, helps to lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease. According to USDA one slice (43g) of whole wheat bread containing about 170 mg sodium.
Sodium in wheat is present at a level of only about 80 ppm and is considered a trace element in this case. Hard wheat generally contains more of these elements than soft wheat. White and whole-wheat flour are key ingredients in baked goods, such as bread. Other wheat-based foods include pasta, noodles, semolina, bulgur, and couscous.
One cup of White Wheat Flour (All Purpose) which has about 2 mg of sodium. Amount of sodium in Shredded wheat: 9.9mg. Most people eat much more sodium (salt) than they need. This can lead to health problems like high blood pressure.
Try to look for foods with 5% Daily Value (DV) or less for sodium. The best food option includes whole-wheat or whole-grain pasta, whole-grain breads, bagels, English muffins, tortillas, and crackers.
Sodium in wheat products
