At a glance
Summary
This pasta is made primarily from durum wheat semolina, which is a minimally processed ingredient. The addition of vitamins and minerals like niacin and folic acid enhances its nutritional profile without introducing harmful additives. Its simple ingredient list and low level of processing contribute to a high health rating.
Key ingredients 6
NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Benefits
Essential for converting food into energy and maintaining healthy skin and nerves. Enrichment helps prevent deficiencies in populations relying on refined grains.
RiboflavinGood
Essential B vitamin — beneficial micronutrient.
Benefits
Essential for energy production and the metabolism of various compounds. Enrichment helps prevent deficiencies in populations consuming refined grains.
Durum wheat semolinaNeutral
Durum wheat semolina is a refined wheat product used to make pasta. It provides carbohydrates and some protein but lacks the fiber and nutrients found in whole grains. The processing removes the bran and germ, reducing its nutritional profile compared to whole wheat.
Risks
Contains gluten, which can be problematic for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Benefits
Provides a source of energy and some protein, making it a staple in many diets. Its texture is ideal for pasta, holding shape well during cooking.
Ferrous sulfateNeutral
Ferrous sulfate is an iron supplement used to fortify foods. It helps prevent iron deficiency anemia by increasing iron intake. The fortification process is common in refined grain products to compensate for nutrient loss.
Risks
Excessive iron intake can lead to toxicity, but this is rare from food sources alone.
Benefits
Helps prevent iron deficiency anemia, supporting oxygen transport in the blood. Important for maintaining energy levels and cognitive function.
ThiaminNeutral
Thiamin, or vitamin B1, is added to enrich the pasta. It is crucial for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Enrichment helps replace nutrients lost during the milling of wheat.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and nerve function. Enrichment helps prevent deficiencies in diets high in refined grains.
Folic acidNeutral
Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate used to fortify foods. It is important for DNA synthesis and repair, and is especially crucial during periods of rapid growth. Fortification helps prevent neural tube defects in newborns.
Risks
Excessive intake from supplements can mask vitamin B12 deficiency, but this is unlikely from food sources alone.
Benefits
Supports DNA synthesis and repair, and is crucial for fetal development. Fortification helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects in newborns.
Processing
Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods
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