Pasta: The Beloved Staple

Pasta might be a beloved staple, but if you're keeping an eye on blood sugar levels or trying to lose weight, it’s a food best approached with caution. Whether it's penne, rigatoni, fusilli, or bow ties, all pasta types have nearly identical nutritional profiles—around 35g of carbs per 100g cooked. And nutritionally speaking, pasta has minimal value beyond carbohydrates, with only trace amounts of fibre, protein, or vitamins. This carb load can lead to significant blood sugar spikes, especially for those with low sugar tolerance or diabetes.