Calorie comparison
Grits vs Whole Wheat Bread
Per 100 grams, grits is the lighter choice by 176 calories, while whole wheat bread delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Grits | Whole Wheat Bread |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 | 247 |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 13 g |
| Carbs | 16 g | 41 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 3.4 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥣 Grits
1 cup cooked (242 g)
172 cal
3.4 g protein · 38.7 g carbs · 0.7 g fat
🍞 Whole Wheat Bread
1 slice (32 g)
79 cal
4.2 g protein · 13.1 g carbs · 1.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, grits or whole wheat bread?
Per 100 g, grits has 71 calories and whole wheat bread has 247. Grits is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, grits or whole wheat bread?
Grits has 1.4 g of protein per 100 g; whole wheat bread has 13 g. Whole Wheat Bread wins on protein.
Is grits or whole wheat bread better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward grits — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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