At a glance
Summary
This pasta product is made primarily from semolina, a minimally processed ingredient, and is fortified with essential vitamins and minerals such as niacin, iron, and folic acid. The ingredient list is short and free from harmful additives, artificial colors, or preservatives, indicating a high-quality product with minimal processing.
Key ingredients 6
NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Risks
Excessive intake can lead to skin flushing and liver damage, but such risks are minimal at typical fortification levels.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and is important for maintaining healthy skin and nerves.
RiboflavinGood
Essential B vitamin — beneficial micronutrient.
Benefits
Supports energy production and is important for maintaining healthy skin and eyes.
SemolinaNeutral
Semolina is a coarse flour made from durum wheat, commonly used in pasta. It is minimally processed and retains some nutrients from the wheat. However, it is primarily a source of carbohydrates with limited protein and fiber.
Risks
May cause allergic reactions in individuals with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
Benefits
Provides a source of energy due to its carbohydrate content. Contains some vitamins and minerals naturally present in wheat.
Ferrous SulfateNeutral
Ferrous sulfate is an iron supplement used to prevent or treat low blood levels of iron. It is commonly added to foods to enhance iron content. The bioavailability of iron from ferrous sulfate is moderate compared to other forms.
Risks
May cause gastrointestinal discomfort in some individuals, such as constipation or nausea.
Benefits
Helps prevent iron deficiency anemia and supports oxygen transport in the blood.
Thiamine MononitrateNeutral
Thiamine mononitrate is a synthetic form of vitamin B1 used to fortify foods. It plays a crucial role in energy metabolism and nerve function. Fortification helps prevent deficiencies in populations with limited dietary sources.
Benefits
Essential for carbohydrate metabolism and proper nerve function.
Folic AcidNeutral
Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate used to fortify foods and prevent neural tube defects. It is crucial for DNA synthesis and cell division. Fortification is particularly important for pregnant women to prevent birth defects.
Risks
Excessive intake can mask vitamin B12 deficiency, but this is rare at typical fortification levels.
Benefits
Essential for DNA synthesis and cell division, particularly important during pregnancy.
Processing
Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods
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