Ah, calorie counting, the intricate dance between nourishment and mindfulness, isn’t it? It’s great that you’re tuned in to what you’re eating, and you’re right, the calories in atta is indeed a key piece of the puzzle.
Let’s dive in—typically, 100g of whole wheat atta contains about 360 to 370 calories. That’s quite a standard measure for most brands, though it can slightly vary depending on moisture content and specific grind. If you’re whipping up 5-6 medium rotis from 100g, you’re probably looking at around 60-70 calories per roti. Of course, thickness does factor in; thinner rotis will stretch the flour further, serving up more numbers but fewer calories each.
Now, when you mix whole wheat with multigrain flours, the calorie count doesn’t drastically change, it might adjust slightly. Multigrain blends might have a little more fiber, sometimes fewer calories depending on the grains used. But overall, you’re in the same ballpark.
Switches like bajra or jowar can be interesting! Calorically, bajra and jowar flours are on par with wheat – roughly 350-360ish calories per 100g. However, nutritionally, they offer a fair amount of diversity—fiber variations, minerals like magnesium—giving your diet that added wholesome boost.
Cooking methods matter too. Plain rotis will stick close to the flour’s inherent calories, but parathas sneak in extra from ghee or oil—probably 100+ calories more per paratha! Baking could lower your calorie intake slightly per portion, but this largely depends on what else you’re adding to your baked goods.
Tracking meals accurately can indeed be quite a task. Best way is to invest in a small kitchen scale to measure atta precisely, and account for oils separately. A tablespoon of ghee, for example, clocks in about 120 calories—worth noting down.
If you’re considering alternatives, rajgira or amaranth flour is lighter on calories and is fairly flavorful. It offers texture similar to wheat but with a twist.
Hope this helps you in your calorie tracking journey as you enjoy your daily roti, balancing it with your fitness goals! Cheers to mindful eating!



