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NeutralScore: 5/10
Whole Wheat Pasta
5/10
Inflammation
Neutral
Category
1 cup cooked (about 2 oz dry)
Serving size
5
Key nutrients
Anti-InflammatoryInflammatory
Whole wheat pasta retains the bran and germ, providing more fiber, vitamins, and minerals than refined pasta. It has a lower glycemic impact and provides B vitamins and selenium.
Quick facts
- Inflammation
- 5/10
- Category
- Neutral
- Serving size
- 1 cup cooked (about 2 oz dry)
Key nutrients
FiberB vitaminsSeleniumManganeseIron
Tips
Pair with vegetables, olive oil, and lean protein. Al dente cooking lowers glycemic impact.
Benefits
- Higher in fiber than white pasta
- Contains B vitamins and selenium
- Lower glycemic impact
- More filling due to fiber
Concerns
- Still a refined carbohydrate
- Contains gluten
- Can spike blood sugar in large portions
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