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Nutritional Values

Shari MAC · October 24, 2024
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Please note that the following nutritional values are estimated and should be used as a general guideline only. It is impossible to provide exact nutritional values because the living starter numbers will differ for each person. This variation is based on factors like how many feedings it takes to get the starter to the top of the jar. Some people’s starters may be highly active and reach the top in 4 feedings, while others may take 8 feedings. As a result, the overall nutritional values will vary.

However, regardless of the number of feedings, Sinless Sourdough breads and baked goods are consistently dramatically lower in glycemic index and carbs, and higher in fiber than traditional sourdough bread, making them a healthier option compared to any other low-carb bread.

The nutritional values for all the recipes are based on ingredients from Anita’s Mill (including Red Fife, Einkorn, and Sprouting Whole Wheat flours), as well as products from Anthony’s (such as oat fiber, vital wheat gluten, and xanthan gum). Additionally, the nutritional information includes the unsweetened protein whey powder from Bulk Barn, and generic products for Celtic salt, baking powder, and psyllium husk.

Please also be aware that using other brands will likely alter the nutritional values of the breads and baked goods. Additionally, the nutritional information provided here is only an estimate. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional content for any recipe on this site, as it depends on the specific brands and ingredients you use, how closely you follow the recipe, and any creative adjustments you make to the dish. Always use the information as a general guideline.

Sourdough Fermentation and Carb Consumption:

It’s important to note that during the sourdough fermentation process, carbohydrates are partially consumed by the yeast and bacteria. Typically, around 30% of the carbohydrates are used up during fermentation. The exact reduction depends on factors like fermentation time, temperature, and the composition of the starter. Therefore, the net carbs listed below do not account for this 30% reduction.

That said, the net carbs per serving are lower than what is shown here, given that the fermentation process reduces carbs. I’ve included a 30% reduction in carbs at the bottom of each total, but please keep this in mind when considering the overall nutritional content.

Glycemic Index of Sinless Sourdough:

The glycemic index of Sinless Sourdough is lower compared to traditional sourdough bread, primarily due to the specific ingredients used in the recipe. Key components like oat fiber, psyllium husk, and vital wheat gluten help reduce the glycemic impact by adding fiber and protein that slow down the digestion of carbohydrates. Additionally, the fermentation process naturally reduces the glycemic index, as it breaks down a portion of the carbohydrates during the fermentation.

However, please note that the glycemic index shown is for one specific type of Sinless Sourdough. The glycemic index may slightly vary depending on the flour used in the recipe. For example, using Red Fife flour in one recipe may yield a slightly different glycemic response than using Einkorn, Sprouting Whole Wheat, or even white flour like 00 flour. Therefore, while Sinless Sourdough as a whole remains lower in glycemic index and carbs than traditional sourdough, the exact number can vary depending on the specific ingredients used in each loaf.

Why Sinless Sourdough Is Healthier Than Other Low-Carb Breads:

While many low-carb breads on the market claim to offer health benefits, Sinless Sourdough stands apart as it is fermented, which provides a multitude of additional health benefits. The fermentation process involved in sourdough not only helps reduce the glycemic index but also introduces beneficial probiotics and prebiotics that can aid digestion, support gut health, and enhance nutrient absorption.

Unlike typical low-carb breads, which are often made with highly processed ingredients and may lack these health benefits, Sinless Sourdough offers a natural, wholesome alternative. The fermentation also breaks down anti-nutrientslike phytic acid found in grains, making the nutrients in the bread more bioavailable and easier for your body to absorb. This makes Sinless Sourdough not just lower in glycemic index, but also healthier for your digestive system and overall well-being than other low-carb breads on the market.

In short, Sinless Sourdough is a far healthier option compared to any other low-carb bread available, thanks to its fermentation process, higher fiber content, and nutrient density.

Red Fife Flour Recipes:

  • The 1 cup of starter has 204.4 calories, 9 net carbs, 21 grams of protein and 2.81 grams of fat.
  • Preferment:
    • 1 cup of Red Fife flour has 440 calories, 2 grams fat, 88 grams carbs, 14 g fiber, 18 grams of protein, and 74 g net carbs.
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil: 240 calories, 28 g fat, 0 carbs, 0 fiber, 0 protein, 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium
  • SAF Yeast zero (During proofing, the yeast metabolizes the sugar)
  • 1 ½ cups oat fiber: 360 calories, 0 fat, 216 carbs, 216 fiber, 0 protein, 0 cholesterol and 0 sodium.
  • ¾ cup vital wheat gluten: 390 calories, 6 g fat, 12 g carbs, 0 fiber, 69 g protein, 0 sugar, 0 sodium
  • 3 tablespoons psyllium: 45 calories, 0 fat, 11 g carbs, 11 g fiber, 0 protein, 30 mg sodium, 0 cholesterol
  • 2 tsp baking powder: 5 calories, 0 fat, 0 g carbs, 0 fiber, 0 protein, 0 cholesterol and 1100 mg sodium
  • 2 tsp celtic salt: 960 mg sodium

Total nutritional values for the modified recipe:

One Red Fife Artisan Loaf  (Or Bread Machine Loaf):

  • Total Calories: 1,684.4
  • Total Fat: 38.81g
  • Total Carbs: 336g
  • Total Fiber: 241g
  • Net Carbs: 95g (66.5 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Total Protein: 108g
  • Total Sodium: 2,090mg

1 Red Fife Artisan Slice (14 Slices per loaf)

  • Calories: 120
  • Fat: 2.8g
  • Total Carbs: 24g
  • Fiber: 17.2g
  • Net Carbs: 6.8g (4.76 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 7.7g
  • Sodium: 149mg

1 Red Fife Baguette:

  • Calories: 561.5
  • Fat: 12.9g
  • Total Carbs: 112g
  • Fiber: 80.3g
  • Net Carbs: 31.7g (22.19 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 36g
  • Sodium: 697mg

1 Red Fife Baguette Round:

  • Calories: 47
  • Fat: 1.1g
  • Total Carbs: 9.3g
  • Fiber: 6.7g
  • Net Carbs: 2.6g (1.82 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 3g
  • Sodium: 58mg

1 Large Red Fife Bagel or Pretzel:

  • Calories: 211
  • Fat: 4.9g
  • Total Carbs: 42g
  • Fiber: 30.1g
  • Net Carbs: 11.9g (8.33 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 13.5g
  • Sodium: 261mg

1 Small Red Fife Bagel or Pretzel:

  • Calories: 106
  • Fat: 2.5g
  • Total Carbs: 21g
  • Fiber: 15.1g
  • Net Carbs: 6g (4.2 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 6.8g
  • Sodium: 131mg

Einkorn Flour Recipes:

  • 1 cup of starter: 204.4 calories, 9 net carbs, 21 grams of protein, 2.81 grams of fat
  • Preferment
    • 1 cup Einkorn Flour: 400 calories, 4 g fat, 80 g carbs, 12 g fiber, 68 net carbs, 4 g sugar, 20 g protein
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil: 238 calories, 28 g fat, 0 carbs, 0 fiber, 0 protein, 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium
  • 1 cup oat fiber: 240 calories, 0 fat, 144 carbs, 144 fiber, 0 protein, 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium
  • 1 cup vital wheat gluten: 520 calories, 8 g fat, 16 g carbs, 0 fiber, 92 g protein, 0 sugar, 0 sodium
  • 3 tablespoons psyllium: 45 calories, 0 fat, 11 g carbs, 11 g fiber, 0 protein, 30 mg sodium, 0 cholesterol
  • 2 tsp baking powder: 5 calories, 0 fat, 0 carbs, 0 fiber, 0 protein, 0 cholesterol, 1100 mg sodium
  • 2 tsp celtic salt: 960 mg sodium

1 Einkorn Artisan Loaf (Or Bread Machine Loaf):

  • Total Calories: 1,652.4
  • Total Fat: 42.81g
  • Total Carbs: 260g
  • Total Fiber: 167g
  • Net Carbs: 93g (65.1 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Total Protein: 133g
  • Total Sodium: 2,090mg

1 Einkorn Artisan Slice:

  • Calories: 118
  • Fat: 3.1g
  • Total Carbs: 18.6g
  • Fiber: 11.9g
  • Net Carbs: 6.6g (4.62 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 9.5g
  • Sodium: 149mg

1 Einkorn Baguette:

  • Calories: 551
  • Fat: 14.3g
  • Total Carbs: 86.7g
  • Fiber: 55.7g
  • Net Carbs: 31g (21.7 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 44.3g
  • Sodium: 697mg

1 Einkorn Baguette Round:

  • Calories: 46
  • Fat: 1.2g
  • Total Carbs: 7.2g
  • Fiber: 4.6g
  • Net Carbs: 2.6g (1.82 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 3.7g
  • Sodium: 58mg

1 Large Einkorn Bagel or Pretzel:

  • Calories: 207
  • Fat: 5.4g
  • Total Carbs: 32.5g
  • Fiber: 20.9g
  • Net Carbs: 11.6g (8.12 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 16.6g
  • Sodium: 261mg

1 Small Einkorn Bagel or Pretzel:

  • Calories: 103
  • Fat: 2.7g
  • Total Carbs: 16.3g
  • Fiber: 10.4g
  • Net Carbs: 5.8g (4.06 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 8.3g
  • Sodium: 131mg

Sprouted Whole Wheat:

  1. 1 cup starter: 204.4 calories, 9 net carbs, 2.81 grams of fat
  2. Preferment
    • 1 cup of Sprouted Whole Wheat flour: 440 calories, 4 grams fat, 84 grams carbs, 12 grams fiber, 16 grams protein, 72g net carbs
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil: 240 calories, 28g fat
  3. 1½ cups oat fiber: 360 calories, 0 fat, 216 carbs, 216 fiber, 0 protein, 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium
  4. ¾ cup vital wheat gluten: 390 calories, 6g fat, 12g carbs, 0 fiber, 69g protein, 0 sugar, 0 sodium
  5. 3 tablespoons psyllium: 45 calories, 0 fat, 11g carbs, 11g fiber, 0 protein, 30mg sodium, 0 cholesterol
  6. 2 tsp baking powder: 5 calories, 0 fat, 0g carbs, 0 fiber, 0 protein, 0 cholesterol, 1100mg sodium
  7. 2 tsp celtic salt: 960mg sodium

1 Sprouted Whole Wheat Artisan Loaf (Or Bread Machine Loaf):

  • Calories: 1684.4
  • Fat: 40.81g
  • Total Carbs: 323g
  • Fiber: 239g
  • Net Carbs: 84g (82.4 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Protein: 85g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 2090mg

1 Sprouted Whole Wheat 1 slice (1/14 of total loaf):

  • Calories: 120.31
  • Fat: 2.91g
  • Total Carbs: 23.07g
  • Fiber: 17.07g
  • Net Carbs: 6g (4.2 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Protein: 6.07g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 149.29mg

1 Sprouted Whole Wheat Baguette:

  • Calories: 561.47
  • Fat: 13.60g
  • Total Carbs: 107.67g
  • Fiber: 79.67g
  • Net Carbs: 28g (19.60 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Protein: 28.33g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 696.67mg

1 Sprouted Whole Wheat Baguette Round (1/2″):

  • Calories: 46.79
  • Fat: 1.13g
  • Total Carbs: 8.97g
  • Fiber: 6.64g
  • Net Carbs: 2.33g (1.63 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Protein: 2.36g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 58.06mg

One Large Sprouted Whole Wheat Bagel or Pretzel (8 per recipe):

  • Calories: 210.55
  • Fat: 5.10g
  • Total Carbs: 40.38g
  • Fiber: 29.88g
  • Net Carbs: 10.5g (7.35 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Protein: 10.63g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 261.25mg

One Small Sprouted Whole Wheat Bagel or Pretzel (16 per recipe):

  • Calories: 105.28
  • Fat: 2.55g
  • Total Carbs: 20.19g
  • Fiber: 14.94g
  • Net Carbs: 5.25g (3.67 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Protein: 5.31g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 130.63mg

Please Note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate and should be used as a general guideline. I cannot guarantee its accuracy, as it may vary based on the brands you choose, your adherence to the recipe (e.g., flat cup vs. heaping cup), or any additional ingredients you may incorporate for personalization.

White Flour:

  1. The 1 cup of starter has 204.4 calories, 9 net carbs, 21 grams of protein and 2.81 grams of fat.
  2. Preferment:
    • 1 cup of flour has 587 calories, 2.7 grams fat, 112 grams carbs, 5.3 grams fiber, 21.3 grams protein, 0 grams sugar, 0 mg sodium
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil: 240 calories, 28 g fat, 0 carbs, 0 fiber, 0 protein, 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium
  3. SAF Yeast zero (During proofing, the yeast metabolizes the sugar)
  4. 1 ½ cups oat fiber: 360 calories, 0 fat, 216 carbs, 216 fiber, 0 protein, 0 cholesterol and 0 sodium.
  5. ¾ cup vital wheat gluten: 390 calories, 6 g fat, 12 g carbs, 0 fiber, 69 g protein, 0 sugar, 0 sodium
  6. 3 tablespoons psyllium: 45 calories, 0 fat, 11 g carbs, 11 g fiber, 0 protein, 30 mg sodium, 0 cholesterol
  7. 2 tsp baking powder: 5 calories, 0 fat, 0 g carbs, 0 fiber, 0 protein, 0 cholesterol and 1100 mg sodium
  8. 2 tsp celtic salt: 960 mg sodium

1 White Flour Artisan Loaf (Or Bread Machine Loaf):

  • Calories: 1,831.4
  • Fat: 39.51g
  • Total Carbs: 360g
  • Fiber: 232.3g
  • Net Carbs: 127.7g (89.39 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 111.3g
  • Sodium: 2,090mg

1 White Flour 1 slice (1/14 of total loaf):

  • Calories: 1,831.4 ÷ 14 = 130.8
  • Fat: 39.51g ÷ 14 = 2.82g
  • Total Carbs: 360g ÷ 14 = 25.7g
  • Fiber: 232.3g ÷ 14 = 16.6g
  • Net Carbs: 127.7g ÷ 14 = 9.1g (6.39 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 111.3g ÷ 14 = 7.95g
  • Sodium: 2,090mg ÷ 14 = 149.3mg

1 White Flour Baguette:

  • Calories: 610.47
  • Fat: 13.17g
  • Total Carbs: 120g
  • Fiber: 77.43g
  • Net Carbs: 42.57g (29.8 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 37.1g
  • Sodium: 696.67mg

1 White Flour Baguette Round (1/2″):

  • Calories: 50.87
  • Fat: 1.1g
  • Total Carbs: 10g
  • Fiber: 6.45g
  • Net Carbs: 3.55g (2.48 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 3.09g
  • Sodium: 58.06mg

One White Flour Bagel or Pretzel (8 per recipe):

  • Calories: 228.93
  • Fat: 4.94g
  • Total Carbs: 45g
  • Fiber: 29.04g
  • Net Carbs: 15.96g (11.17 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 13.91g
  • Sodium: 261.25mg

One White Flour Bagel or Pretzel (16 per recipe):

  • Calories: 114.46
  • Fat: 2.47g
  • Total Carbs: 22.5g
  • Fiber: 14.52g
  • Net Carbs: 7.98g (5.59 g net carbs with 30% eaten through fermentation)
  • Protein: 6.96g
  • Sodium: 130.63mg