Protein is the building block of our bodies, and eating plenty of it is crucial for maintaining our healthy selves. Protein helps us build strong muscles and bones, and eating lots of protein keeps us fuller longer, meaning no late-night snacks!

Swipe through to learn about 7 high-protein breads you should add to your diet.

Sprouted Grain

Sprouting various grains makes them more protein-rich and more easily digestible. A couple of well-known bakers create sprouted grain breads that have lots of fans—look for Ezekiel bread in the frozen section, and you’ll find Angelic Bakehouse Sprouted Whole Grain Bread on bakery shelves.

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Sourdough

When compared to regular white bread, sourdough can have two to eight times more protein. The fermentation process used to create sourdough activates the amino acids in the flour, resulting in a higher protein content.

Whole Wheat

Breads made from whole wheat flour are a better protein source than those made from all-purpose flour. In fact, they offer better nutrition all around, not to mention a nice nutty flavor.

Seeded

Seeded breads often contain a combination of protein-rich pumpkin, sunflower, sesame and flax seeds. Baked into a loaf with whole wheat flour, you have a bread that offers a wealth of healthy protein.

Multigrain

This type of bread can be made from a combination of flour types, such as whole wheat and all-purpose plus other grains such as barley, rye or oats. The latter three can be added as flours or as whole grains.

Nut

Nut breads are typically made from whole-grain flour with high-protein nuts such as walnuts, pecans, almonds and hazelnuts mixed into the dough, adding flavor and texture. Many commercially available nut breads are low in sugar, too, adding to the healthfulness.

Legume

Various legumes, such as lentils, peas, chickpeas, soy beans, beans (such as navy beans, kidney beans, fava beans, and adzuki beans) and lupin, are made into flour, which is then used to make a healthful and protein-rich bread.

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