New foods are constantly appearing in the market. Thin bagels and thin buns are not new, but there are many brands that offer then now. Have you ever dug out the inside of a bun or bagel to reduce the number of carbs or calories consumed? Or eaten only half the bagel instead of the whole thing? No more–add the new thin buns to your grocery list.
Carbohydrates
If you have diabetes you’ve probably been advised to aim for a consistent carbohydrate intake along with watching calories to help maintain blood glucose in a healthy range. That means every carb counts–especially if you like variety in your meals.
Thin bagels (for example, brand) contain 25 grams of carbohydrate for one 4″ bagel, compared to 35-45 grams in a regular 3-1/2″ bagel and 60 grams carbohydrate in a deli-size bagel. Thin buns ~28 grams of carbohydrate for a bun, similar to the carbs found in a smaller 3″ bun. A hamburger bun can range from ~28-35 grams of carbohydrate for store-bought. So thin buns can be a better choice when you are comparing buns.
Sodium
Lowering sodium to around 2000 mg or less a day is important for blood pressure control and even reducing risk of developing high blood pressure if you do not already have it. Diabetes and high blood pressure are the top two causes of chronic kidney disease (°ä°¶Ù).Ìý
The new thin bagels are lower in sodium compared to the regular products. One thin bagel contains 210 mg sodium compared to ~400 mg for a regular size and up to 700 mg for a large bagel. Thin buns contain only 150-280 mg sodium compared to ~290 mg in a regular bun.
Unfortunately the manufacturers do not provide information on phosphorus, always check the ingredient list for any additives. Looking for "phos" within the word means it is a phosphorus additive.
Look for thin buns and bagels in your grocery store. Brand names include Arnold’s®, Oroweat®, Pepperidge Farms® (Deli Flats), Sara Lee®, Kroger® brand and °Õ³ó´Ç³¾²¹²õ®.
Try these ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë recipes and substitute your favorite new thin bun or bagel for a dish that’s even lower in calories, carbs and sodium than the already-kidney-friendly original version.
Recipes
Great Way to Start Your Day Bagel
