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bread

Grains

Is bread dash diet-compatible?

No, avoid

Check DASH Diet diet compatibility for bread and review other dietary restrictions.

Sensitivity notes

Why dash diet diet checker matters

The DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) is designed to help lower blood pressure. It emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins while limiting sodium, red meat, and added sugars.

  • Aim for 4-5 servings each of fruits and vegetables daily
  • Choose whole grains over refined grains
  • Limit sodium to 2300mg/day, ideally 1500mg

Triggers

Histamine
Low
Histamine Liberators
Low
FODMAPs
Moderate
Fructans
Moderate
GOS
Safe
Fructose
Safe
Polyols
Safe
Gluten
Avoid
Lactose
Safe
Dairy Proteins
Safe
Nightshades
Safe
Salicylates
Low
Oxalates
Low
Nickel
Low
Sulfites
Safe
Nitrites
Safe
Glutamates
Low
Tyramine
Low
Caffeine
Safe
Lectin
Low
Low Fermentation
Moderate

Diets

Inflammation
✗ Avoid
Vegan
✓ Fit
Vegetarian
✓ Fit
Paleo AIP
✗ Avoid
Mediterranean
✗ Avoid
DASH Diet
✗ Avoid
EoE Compatible
✗ Avoid
FODMAPs
✗ Avoid
Low Fermentation
✗ Avoid
Priority ingredient notes

Serving size, prep, and portion notes for bread

Staple base where ingredients shape texture and flavor.

Typical serving

1 slice (about 40 g)

Best for

sandwiches / toast / quick sides

Prep notes

  • Toast for a crisper bite.
  • Warm briefly to soften crusts.
  • Use a serrated knife for clean slices.

Portion notes

  • One slice works for open-face toppings.
  • Two slices make a standard sandwich.
  • Half a slice fits smaller snacks or sides.

Watch for

staling when left uncovered / dryness after over-toasting

Learn More

DASH Diet Guide

Everything you need to know about dash diet compatibility and smart food choices.

The DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) is designed to help lower blood pressure. It emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins while limiting sodium, red meat, and added sugars.

These foods are typically compatible with a DASH Diet approach:

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Practical guidance for following a DASH Diet diet:

  • 1Aim for 4-5 servings each of fruits and vegetables daily
  • 2Choose whole grains over refined grains
  • 3Limit sodium to 2300mg/day, ideally 1500mg
  • 4Include low-fat dairy for calcium and potassium
  • 5Nuts, seeds, and legumes several times per week

Pro tip: Keep a food diary to track your reactions. The Triggerbites app makes this easy with automatic pattern detection.

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