Macro partitioning
Consumption of semolina pasta within a Mediterranean dietary pattern is associated with lower body weight and BMI compared to higher-glycemic index diets, and does not increase cardiovascular disease risk.
Include pasta in your diet, specifically semolina or whole-grain varieties cooked al dente. It has a low glycemic index and forms resistant starch when cooled, which aids satiety and metabolic health. Pair it with vegetables and lean proteins to maximize benefits. It is not a cause of weight gain when consumed in appropriate portions (2 oz dry).
a significant inverse association of body weight and BMI with pasta consumption was established in both men and women.
Why this rating
The paper cites multiple prospective cohort studies and meta-analyses, though it acknowledges some inconsistencies in waist circumference estimates.
Source
Pasta’s History and Role in Healthful Diets
Densie Webb · Nutrition Today · 2019
DOI 10.1097/nt.0000000000000364
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