At a glance
Summary
This pasta product is made from enriched durum wheat semolina, which is a processed ingredient but commonly used in pasta production. The enrichment with vitamins and minerals like niacin and folic acid adds nutritional value, but the processing level limits its score. The ingredient list is relatively short and free from harmful additives, which is positive, but the processing level prevents it from achieving a higher score.
Key ingredients 6
NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and helps maintain healthy skin and nerves.
RiboflavinGood
Essential B vitamin — beneficial micronutrient.
Benefits
Supports energy production and the metabolism of fats, drugs, and steroids.
Enriched durum wheat semolinaNeutral
Enriched durum wheat semolina is a refined grain product that provides carbohydrates and some protein. It is enriched with vitamins and minerals like niacin, iron, thiamin, riboflavin, and folic acid to improve its nutritional profile. However, it lacks the fiber and nutrients found in whole grains.
Risks
Refined grains may contribute to blood sugar spikes and lack the fiber found in whole grains.
Benefits
Provides essential vitamins and minerals due to enrichment, supporting overall nutritional intake.
Ferrous sulfateNeutral
Ferrous sulfate is an iron supplement used to prevent iron deficiency anemia. It is commonly added to enriched foods to ensure adequate iron intake. While beneficial for preventing anemia, excessive intake can lead to gastrointestinal issues.
Risks
Excessive intake may cause gastrointestinal discomfort and constipation.
Benefits
Helps prevent iron deficiency anemia by providing a source of dietary iron.
Thiamin mononitrateNeutral
Thiamin mononitrate is a form of vitamin B1 added to enriched foods to prevent deficiencies. It is essential for energy metabolism and nerve function. Typically, it is consumed in adequate amounts through a balanced diet.
Benefits
Supports energy metabolism and nerve function.
Folic acidNeutral
Folic acid is a synthetic form of vitamin B9 added to enriched foods to prevent neural tube defects in developing fetuses. It is essential for DNA synthesis and repair. While beneficial, it is important to balance intake with natural sources of folate.
Risks
Excessive intake may mask vitamin B12 deficiency symptoms.
Benefits
Prevents neural tube defects and supports DNA synthesis and repair.
Processing
Processed Foods
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