A new report claims it's OK to eat sliced bread.

The Irish Bread Bakers' Association has released the study - telling us that we need to put aside unfounded 'untruths' about bread in Ireland.

The report finds sliced bread is low in fat, low in sugar, and a good source of calcium, iron, protein and fibre. 

Nutritionist Dr Mary McCreery says it's affordable, nutritious and its been a part of our diet for thousands of years: