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Energy
340 kcal · 17% DV target
Wholewheat pasta is a dense, nutty-flavoured staple made from the entire grain kernel, retaining the fibrous bran and germ layers that are typically removed during the refining process of white pasta.
The presence of intact cereal fibre in wholewheat pasta is consistently linked to improved digestive regularity and a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to refined grains.
Wholewheat pasta has a significantly lower glycemic index than white pasta, meaning it releases energy more slowly and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels after eating.
Cooking pasta 'al dente' (firm to the bite) further lowers its glycemic impact by slowing the rate at which digestive enzymes can break down the starch molecules.
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
340 kcal · 17% DV target
12.8 g · 26% DV target
64.1 g · 23% DV target
10.9 g · 39% DV target
1.20 g · Top 14% of grains & starches
0.56 mg · 46% DV target
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Dry pasta lasts longest in a sealed container away from heat.
For cooked pasta; toss with a little oil to prevent sticking.
Wheat has a relatively low carbon and water footprint compared to animal-based proteins.
Because it contains the wheat germ, which holds natural oils, dry wholewheat pasta has a shorter shelf life than white pasta and can eventually turn rancid if not stored correctly.