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Bimbo Bread, Soft White, Family
Bakery
📊 NOVA 4

Bimbo Bread, Soft White, Family

Bimbo
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
5g
Protein
3g
Sugars
290mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
58
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bimbo Soft White Bread (Family, 20 oz) is the familiar, mass‑market soft white sandwich loaf you’ll find stacked on the refrigerated or ambient packaged bread shelves of American supermarkets, alongside other sliced loaves, hot dog and hamburger buns, and budget bakery staples. Packaged in a clear printed plastic bag with a twist or clip, its family size signals a household staple for parents stocking weekly groceries. It fits everyday shopping trips and is aimed at routine meals—school lunchboxes, quick weekday sandwiches, toast for breakfast, and crowd-friendly toast for family gatherings. The brand leans on a multigenerational, family-owned narrative (the Bimbo name carries broad Latino and North American recognition), positioning itself as dependable, affordable, and kid-friendly rather than artisanal or health-focused. Label copy emphasizes softness and tradition; there are enrichment and vitamin ingredients listed, but no organic, non‑GMO, or “all‑natural” certifications—marketing skews toward convenience and value rather than wellness claims. In plain processing context, this is a commercially produced, shelf-stable sliced bread made from refined and enriched flour with added emulsifiers, preservatives, and dough conditioners to maintain softness and long shelf life. Sensory details: the crumb is pillowy and uniformly fine-textured, the crust pale and tender; slices compress easily and rebound slightly, making it ideal for squeezable sandwiches, grilled cheese, or quick toast rituals. Consumers often reach for it as a reliable background ingredient—soft, mild-flavored, and easy for kids to handle—forming the quiet backbone of many American home meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2
Servings per Container: 10
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium290mg13%
Total Carbohydrate28g10%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars3g
Added Sugars2g4%
Protein5g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Enriched, Wheat, Flour, [Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Reduced, Iron,, Niacin,, Thiamin, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid],, Water,, Sugar,, Yeast,, Calcium, Sulfate,, Vegetable, Oil, (Soybean),, Salt,, Wheat, Gluten,, Preservatives, [Calcium, Propionate,, Sorbic, Acid],, Enrichment, [Calcium, Sulfate,, Vitamin, E, Acetate,, Vitamin, A, Palmitate,, Vitamin, D3],, Monoglycerides,, Datem,, Soy, Lecithin,, Ferrous, Sulfate,, Citric, Acid,, Grain, Vinegar,, Calcium, Peroxide,, Monocalcium, Phosphate,, Sesame, Seeds..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Calcium Propionate - Synthetic preservative
  • Sorbic Acid - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This product is classified as NOVA 4 because it contains refined and enriched wheat flour plus multiple industrial additives (preservatives, emulsifiers, dough conditioners) and is manufactured for long shelf life and consistent texture, indicating ultraprocessing.

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Common Questions about Bimbo Bread, Soft White, Family

Well, 'healthy' is a bit subjective, isn't it? Bimbo Bread is low in sugar and provides some protein and calcium, making it a decent option for a quick sandwich or toast. However, it's not high in fiber or whole grains, so if you're looking for a super nutrient-dense option, you might want to explore some whole grain breads instead.

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