Bread is perhaps the most important item in our daily diet; it has often been called the stuff of life. Bread provides us with more energy value, more protein, more iron, more niacin and more vitamin B1 than most other basic foods.

Bread is such an important part of our lives that it ought to be taken more seriously, and enjoyed to the full. Indeed, bread is one of the finest foods it is possible to get; in fact, it would not be an exaggeration to say that we cannot do without it.

Bread comes to us in many interesting shapes and flavours. Nowadays, the sliced and wrapped loaf is the most popular bread of all. It is ideal for making sandwiches for picnics and lunches and of course for toast!

A balanced diet to keep you strong and well in mind and body must always contain that staff of life - good bread.

The Food Guide Pyramid

The Pyramid is an outline of what to eat each day. It's not a rigid prescription, but a general guide developed by the US Department of Agriculture that lets you choose a healthful diet that's right for you. The Pyramid calls for eating a variety of food to get the nutrients you need and at the same time the right amount of calories to maintain a healthy weight.