Italian Focaccia Bread
The much-loved spongy Italian bread with a wonderful aroma: a soft, bubbly wheat dough drenched in extra-virgin olive oil, rosemary and coarse salt. Because it is made with white flour its glycemic index is fairly high (≈71), although the olive oil slows its digestion a little.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Have a small, palm-sized piece as an occasional starter with a plate of green salad, and avoid eating large pieces on their own to prevent a rapid rise in glucose.
Best preparation methods
Warm the focaccia in the oven for a few minutes so the edges and oil crisp up again, and dip it in a little extra-virgin olive oil and vinegar to slow the digestion of its starch.
Important Nutritional Note
A delicious bread that is rich in energy and calories; if you are watching your weight and blood sugar, strictly limiting the piece size and focusing on the vegetables and protein alongside it is the right call.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (60 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 267 kcal | 160.2 kcal |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 44 g | 26.4 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 42 g | 25.2 g |
| Fat | 7.5 g | 4.5 g |
| Dietary fibre | 2 g | 1.2 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Grains & starches with a glycemic index (35), it ranks 33 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Italian Focaccia Bread good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 60 g portion gives 160 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Italian Focaccia Bread affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 71 (High), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 60 g portion has a glycemic load of 17.9 (Medium), so it is best combined with protein or fibre-rich vegetables.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Italian Focaccia Bread?
A typical 60 g portion of Italian Focaccia Bread provides about 160 kcal, 4 g protein, 26.4 g carbohydrate, 4.5 g fat and 1.2 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.