Does Toasting Decrease Calories? The Truth About Toasted Bread
                                
                                
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                                Despite persistent internet rumors, toasting bread does not significantly reduce its caloric content. When you toast bread, the process primarily involves removing water, which changes the texture but leaves the energy-dense carbohydrates, proteins, and fats almost entirely intact.