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Pasta - dried wholegrain

In season all year

Food Description:

Like wholemeal bread, wholemeal pasta is made from wheat with the husk intact. It is bought dried and takes longer to cook than white pasta. Wholemeal pasta also comes in a variety of shapes. Most commonly penne, spaghetti and lasagne. From a health perspective, wholemeal pasta has more fibre.

General Information:

Category: Grain
To Buy: Buy from the supermarket, delicatessen or health food store.
To Store: Store in a dry, airtight container in the pantry for up to 1 year.
Tips and Tricks: Use wholemeal if you're on a weight loss diet. For people with wheat allergies spelt pasta is available in health food stores. The nutrition content refers to one cup of cooked pasta.

Nutrition (1 Cup):

Weight (grams): 148
Carbohydrates, g: 36.4
Fibre, g:
Fat (g): 1.2
Monosaturated Fat , g: 0.1
Niacin (B3):
Magnesium: Involved in energy production and proper functioning of muscles and nerves, magnesium also promotes the absorption of other minerals and promotes blood vessel dilation and lowers the risk of blood clots.
Amines: Amines come the breakdown or fermentation of proteins. High amounts are found in cheese, chocolate, wine, beer and yeast extracts. Smaller amounts are present in some fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, avocados, bananas. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. Negligible
Glutamates: Glutamate is found naturally in many foods, as part of protein. It enhances the flavour of food, which is why foods rich in natural glutamates such as tomatoes, mushrooms and cheeses are commonly used in meals. Pure monosodium glutamate (MSG) is used as an additive to artificially flavour many processed foods, and should be avoided, especially in sensitive individuals as it can cause serious adverse reactions. n/a
Energy (kJ): 867
Low GI < 55: Glycaemic Index refers to the rate at which carbohydrate rich foods are converted to glucose for energy by the body; Low GI carbohydrtes release glucose is released slowly into the bloodstream and help to regulate energy levels and insulin production.
Protein (g): 8.0
Saturated Fat, g : 0.1
Vitamin B1: Important for energy production and carbohydrate metabolism. Enhances mental capabilities and promotes a general sense of health and wellbeing.
Iron, mg: Main function is synthesis of red blood cells, thus delivering oxygen around the body and maintaining all bodily functions. Contraindications: Excess accumulation may play a role in development of heart disease.
Phosphorus: Closely related to calcium, this mineral is an important component of bones and teeth and helps maintain the body's energy supply and pH levels.
Salicylates: Naturally occurring plant chemicals found in several fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs and spices, jams, honey, yeast extracts, tea and coffee, juices, beer and wines. Also present in flavourings, perfumes, scented toiletries and some medications. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. Safe/negligible amount

Cooking:

Cooking Tips: To cook pasta you need a large stock pot (or pasta pot). Fill it with water salted with sea salt. Add the pasta and allow it to boil quickly in the water - this will keep it turning and prevent it from sticking. Wholemeal pasta will take 12 - 25 minutes to cook depending on the size. The cooked pasta should still be firm but not mushy or hard on the inside.

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

Anaemia
Low Energy
Diabetes

* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.



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