At a glance
Summary
This pasta product is primarily made from semolina, a high-quality wheat ingredient, and is fortified with essential vitamins and minerals like niacin, iron, and folic acid. The ingredient list is short and free from harmful additives such as artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives, which contributes positively to its score. However, as a processed food, its score is capped due to the level of processing involved.
Key ingredients 6
NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Risks
Excessive intake of niacin can cause skin flushing and liver damage.
Benefits
Supports energy production and metabolism as part of the B-vitamin complex.
RiboflavinGood
Essential B vitamin — beneficial micronutrient.
Benefits
Supports energy production and cellular function as part of the B-vitamin complex.
SemolinaNeutral
Semolina is a coarse flour made from durum wheat, commonly used in pasta. It is a source of carbohydrates and provides some protein and fiber. However, it lacks significant micronutrients and is not considered a whole grain.
Risks
Contains gluten, which may cause issues for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Benefits
Provides a source of energy through carbohydrates and contains some protein and fiber.
Ferrous sulfateNeutral
Ferrous sulfate is an iron supplement used to prevent or treat low blood levels of iron. It is commonly added to enriched foods to improve iron content. While beneficial for preventing anemia, it can cause gastrointestinal discomfort in some individuals.
Risks
May cause gastrointestinal issues such as constipation or nausea in some individuals.
Benefits
Helps prevent iron deficiency anemia by increasing iron levels in the body.
Thiamin mononitrateNeutral
Thiamin mononitrate is a synthetic form of vitamin B1, essential for energy metabolism and nerve function. It is added to enriched flours to replace nutrients lost during processing. While necessary for health, it does not provide additional benefits beyond its nutritional role.
Benefits
Essential for energy metabolism and proper nerve function.
Folic acidNeutral
Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate, a B-vitamin important for DNA synthesis and cell division. It is added to enriched foods to prevent neural tube defects in developing fetuses. While beneficial for pregnant women, excessive intake can mask vitamin B12 deficiency.
Risks
Excessive intake can mask symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency.
Benefits
Crucial for DNA synthesis and preventing neural tube defects during pregnancy.
Processing
Processed Foods
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