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Paramount Bakeries Italian Bread Brick Oven Whole Wheat
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Paramount Bakeries Italian Bread Brick Oven Whole Wheat

Paramount Bakeries
22 oz
Available at Foodtown
70
Calories
3g
Protein
175mg
Sodium
36
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Paramount Bakeries Italian Bread Brick Oven Whole Wheat is a sliced, 22 oz loaf that mixes an old-world story with modern convenience. You'd find it on the supermarket bakery or bread aisle, stacked near other branded whole-wheat and artisan-style loaves, often next to sandwich breads, hearth-style rounds and store-brand whole grain options. It fits into shopping trips where shoppers want a reliable everyday loaf for sandwiches, toast or a weekend bruschetta — ideal for brunch spreads, school lunch prep, or quick weeknight meals. The brand leans on heritage marketing (“Since 1924,” “brick oven”) to suggest craftsmanship and tradition, appealing to shoppers seeking comfort, value and a touch of artisanal identity without a premium price point. Label cues like “Whole Wheat” and “Brick Oven” create a healthful, rustic halo, but there are no organic or non-GMO badges and the packaging is straightforward clear plastic with branded labeling — no cartoon kid branding or specialty diet claims. Processing context: this is a commercially produced loaf with added dough conditioners and emulsifiers used for consistent texture and shelf life. Sensory details: the sliced loaf offers a light crust with a soft, springy crumb; aroma is mildly bready with a hint of malt; texture is sandwich-friendly rather than dense. Packaged in a plastic bag with twist tie, it's ritualistically used for morning toast, deli-style sandwiches, or to soak up sauces at family dinners. It’s an approachable pantry staple in American grocery culture — familiar, practical, and designed for everyday use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 slice
Servings per Container: 22
Calories70
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium175mg8%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein3g
* 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

Whole, Wheat, Flour,, Water,, Enriched, Bleached, Wheat, Flour,, (contains, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate,, &, Riboflavin),, Yeast,, Salt,, Soybean, Oil,, Sugar,, Esters, of, Mono, and, Diglycerides, (Datem),, Malt, Barley, Flour,, Calcium, Sulfate,, Potassium, Bromate,, L-Cycteine, Enzyme..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Esters of Mono and Diglycerides (Datem) - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Bromate - 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?

The ingredient list contains industrial additives (DATEM, mono- and diglycerides), dough conditioners (potassium bromate, L-cysteine), and enriched bleached flour, indicating significant industrial processing and formulation typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Paramount Bakeries Italian Bread Brick Oven Whole Wheat

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit of a moving target, right? This bread is relatively low in calories and sugar, which is a plus for many. However, it does contain enriched bleached flour and preservatives, so if you're aiming for the cleanest of diets, you might want to consider that. It’s all about balance—enjoy it as part of a varied diet!

Perfect For

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