Best and worst breads for your health, according to nutrition experts

Best and worst breads for your health, according to nutrition experts

As Joe Rogan reveals why he avoids bread, dietitians and doctors share which types offer benefits

On a recent episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience," the famed podcaster shared his opinion that most of the breads in the U.S. are unhealthy and contribute to inflammation. (Screenshot/Joe Rogan Experience)

"A lot of inflammation comes from diet," Rogan said. "Our bread is f***d — if you go overseas, and go eat bread in Italy, you won’t feel bad at all." (iStock)

An ingredient list made up of whole grains, yeast and a bit of salt — as well as limited added sugars and preservatives — is ideal, according to a dietitian. (iStock)

Sourdough bread has been shown to have a lower glycemic index (GI) than white bread, and thus can be easier to digest than other wheat breads. (Brett Comer/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images)

"When choosing bread with fewer preservatives and simpler ingredients, consumers need to be aware that the bread will not last as long, and may need to be frozen and toasted to eventually make use of an entire loaf." (iStock)

The GI is a scale of 0 to 100, with 100 being the highest glucose spikes. White bread has a very high GI of 73, one expert said, while machine-ground whole wheat is not much better, at 70. (iStock)