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Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun

Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun is a soft, split-top-style white bread roll commonly used in American casual cuisine to hold frankfurters, lobster or other sandwich fillings. It’s known for its pillowy texture and mild flavor that soaks up condiments and juices well. Nutritionally, Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun is primarily a refined carbohydrate product and provides only 2.4g of fiber per 100 g, so it won’t contribute much toward daily fiber needs compared with whole-grain alternatives. It does supply some protein and B-vitamins often added back into enriched breads. From a health viewpoint, this type of bun is best seen as a convenient vehicle for other foods rather than a nutrient-dense choice: swapping to whole-grain versions will increase fiber, micronutrients and beneficial plant compounds while keeping the same culinary role.

Vegetarian · Lactose free · Ultra-processed · ~0.50€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

D-

Use selectively

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Hot Dog Bun.

Calories

279 kcal

14% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

9.5 g

19% RDI

Fat

4.2 g

0.9g sat fat

Carbs

52 g

19% RDI

Sugar

7.5 g

15% RDI

Fiber

2.4 g

8% RDI

Salt

1.3 g

26% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

D- · 3.4 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun healthy?

Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun is rated D- on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun?

Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.05Is Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun lactose free?

Yes, Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun?

100g of Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun contains 279 kcal, 9.5g protein, 52.4g carbohydrates, 4.2g fat, and 2.4g fiber.

Q.04Is Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun vegetarian?

Yes, Whole-Grain Hot Dog Bun is vegetarian but not vegan.

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