Food comparison
White bread vs whole wheat bread
Compare reference white and whole wheat breads by 100 g and by their documented slices. Loaves and slice sizes differ, so check your actual product when available.
Per 100 g, Bread, white contains 49.4 g of total carbohydrate, compared with 42.7 g in Bread, whole wheat. These values describe the specific USDA records linked below, including each food’s preparation.
Bread, white
49.4 g carbs / 100 g
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Bread, whole wheat
42.7 g carbs / 100 g
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| Per 100 g | Bread, white | Bread, whole wheat |
|---|---|---|
| Total carbohydrate (g) | 49.4 | 42.7 |
| Dietary fiber (g) | 2.7 | 6 |
| Total sugars (g) | 5.7 | 4.3 |
| Protein (g) | 8.9 | 12.4 |
| Total fat (g) | 3.3 | 3.5 |
| Energy (kcal) | 266 | 252 |
The reference portions
These amounts can have different weights. They are source measurements, not recommended servings.
- Bread, white: 1 slice (29 g) contains 14.3 g of carbohydrate.
- Bread, whole wheat: 1 slice (32 g) contains 13.7 g of carbohydrate.
How to use this comparison
The same-weight table compares nutrient concentrations. Your portion may be larger or smaller. Open either food’s calculator to calculate your actual amount, or use the interactive comparator for other foods. A lower carbohydrate value alone does not establish which food is best for you.
Sources
Bread, white — FDC 174924. SR Legacy, April 2018. Original description: Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs).
Bread, whole wheat — FDC 172688. SR Legacy, April 2018. Original description: Bread, whole-wheat, commercially prepared.
Computed directly from the source profiles in CarbTable. Imported October 26, 2026. Read the calculation rules.