What is nutrient density?
The concept of nutrient density is based on more than just a kilojoule count and whether a food is low in fat: It looks at what else the food is providing in order to better assess its overall health benefits. Nutrient dense foods are foods that provide a high proportion of nutrients such as complex carbohydrates , healthy fats, fibre , protein , vitamins and minerals in conjunction with a lower amount of overall energy (kilojoules/calories) to maximise good nutrition for your body without excess energy intake. ‘Nutrient poor’ foods are those that provide energy (kilojoules/calories) but do not provide other nutrients our body needs for good health. These are also referred to as ‘empty calorie’ foods because they provide you with energy but not much else. Nutrient poor foods are generally those packed with high amounts of refined sugar and saturated fat. Bürgen® breads contain a wide range of vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals important for health and wellbeing.
