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Summary
This pasta product is made from durum wheat semolina and enriched with vitamins and minerals, which are generally considered high-quality ingredients. The ingredient list is short and free from harmful additives such as artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. However, due to its processed nature, the score is limited by the level of processing involved in its production.
At a glance
Key ingredients 7
Durum Wheat SemolinaNeutral
Durum wheat semolina is a coarse flour made from durum wheat, commonly used in pasta. It is a refined grain, which means it lacks some of the fiber and nutrients found in whole grains. However, it provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.
Risks
Refined grains may contribute to blood sugar spikes and lack the fiber found in whole grains.
Benefits
Provides a source of carbohydrates which are essential for energy production.
Durum Wheat FlourNeutral
Durum wheat flour is a refined flour made from durum wheat, used in pasta production. It is similar to semolina but ground finer, which can affect texture and cooking properties. As a refined grain, it lacks the fiber and nutrients of whole grains.
Risks
May contribute to blood sugar spikes and lacks the fiber of whole grains.
Benefits
Provides carbohydrates necessary for energy, though with less nutritional value than whole grains.
NiacinNeutral
Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is added to enrich the nutritional profile of refined grains. It plays a role in energy metabolism and maintaining healthy skin and nerves. As an added nutrient, it helps compensate for losses during grain refining.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and contributes to maintaining healthy skin and nerves.
Ferrous SulfateNeutral
Ferrous sulfate is an iron supplement added to fortify foods, helping to prevent iron deficiency anemia. It is a common fortification in refined grain products to replace iron lost during processing. Iron is essential for oxygen transport in the blood.
Risks
Excessive iron intake can lead to toxicity, but this is rare from fortified foods alone.
Benefits
Helps prevent iron deficiency anemia by contributing to the body's iron needs.
Thiamin MononitrateNeutral
Thiamin mononitrate is a form of vitamin B1 used to enrich foods, particularly refined grains. It is essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Enrichment helps restore some of the nutritional value lost during grain refining.
Benefits
Supports carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function, helping to maintain energy levels.
RiboflavinNeutral
Riboflavin, or vitamin B2, is added to foods to enhance their nutritional profile. It plays a crucial role in energy production and the metabolism of fats, drugs, and steroids. As a fortifying agent, it helps compensate for nutrient losses in refined grains.
Benefits
Contributes to energy production and supports the metabolism of various nutrients.
Folic AcidNeutral
Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate, a B-vitamin important for DNA synthesis and repair. It is added to refined grains to prevent neural tube defects in developing embryos. Fortification helps ensure adequate intake in the general population.
Risks
Excessive intake can mask vitamin B12 deficiency, but this is uncommon with typical consumption.
Benefits
Essential for DNA synthesis and repair, and helps prevent neural tube defects during pregnancy.
Processing
Processed Foods
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