For Baked Products, the underlying question is always the same — does the saturated fat and processing profile hold up?
From our analysis, Baked Products is where generic advice breaks down — which is exactly why we built this database.
In Baked Products, 11 foods are rated Moderation. These foods have moderate saturated fat requiring portion control. The AASLD 2023 uses saturated fat percentage, added sugar, processing level, and carb type as criteria within the Mediterranean diet framework. Top examples: Bread, Potato, Bread, Naan, Whole Wheat,, Refriger, Bread, Chapati or Roti, Whole Wheat, Bread, Paratha, Whole Wheat,, Froze, Tostada Shells, Corn.
Why are some baked products moderation?
These 11 foods have moderate saturated fat requiring portion control. The AASLD 2023 uses saturated fat, added sugar, processing, and carb type as criteria.
Examples of moderation baked products foods?
Examples: Bread, Potato, Bread, Naan, Whole Wheat,, Refriger, Bread, Chapati or Roti, Whole Wheat, Bread, Paratha, Whole Wheat,, Froze, Tostada Shells, Corn. Browse the food database for complete nutrition data and individual verdicts.
Can cooking change the rating?
Yes. Frying or heavy sauces can downgrade a food, while steaming or baking maintains or improves standing. The Mediterranean diet recommends olive oil.
Dietary reference only. Not medical advice. Not medical advice. Data: USDA. Guidelines: AASLD 2023.
Of the 517 foods in the Baked Products group, 11 fall into the Moderation tier. On average, this tier runs about 6.2g protein and 8.6g fat per 100g, with saturated fat at roughly 23% of total fat. Representative entries include Tostada Shells, Corn and Bread, Potato.
The Moderation tier reflects foods that work in controlled portions and measured frequency rather than as daily defaults.