Food for Life Gluten Free Brown Rice Bread
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Low Sodium
- Low Protein
- Low Fiber
Verdict
Food for Life Gluten Free Brown Rice Bread is a sliced loaf tailored for gluten-free diets. Its main strength is the low sodium content, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it functions as a specialized alternative for those with specific dietary restrictions.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try it toasted with avocado and sliced tomatoes for a simple breakfast toast.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a modest calorie count with very little saturated fat, though it provides minimal fiber and protein.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 95mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs | 18g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 1g | — |
| Added Sugars | 1g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 0% |
| Iron | 2mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 56mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
This bread is based on brown rice and tapioca flours, using safflower oil and agave for consistency. The addition of xanthan gum and psyllium husk provides the structural binding necessary for a gluten-free loaf.
Ingredients
Organic Brown Rice Flour, Filtered Water, Organic Tapioca Flour, Safflower Oil, Organic Agave, Yeast, Organic Chia Seeds, Rice Bran, Sea Salt, Xanthan Gum, Psyllium Husk.
