You loathe that pasta is given such a bad reputation when it comes to weight loss since it's "so high in carbs." So you pick up a box of whole-wheat spaghetti because you've heard it's way better for you. But the thing is,if you're used to perfectly tender and chewy traditional pasta, it tastes much worse. Grainy, or earthy,and not at all like the pasta you know and love, so is it worth the switch?Below is a nutritional comparison of whole-wheat pasta and regular pasta:
Pasta (2 oz. dry, and about 1/2 cup)
Calories
Total bulky (g)
Carbs (g)
Fiber (g)
Sugars (g)
Protein (g)
Whole wheat
180
1.5
35
6
1
7
Regular pasta
200
1
41
2
2
7
While they're both the same when it comes to protein,the whole-wheat pasta has slightly fewer calories and carbs than the regular pasta. And not surprisingly, whole-wheat pasta has more fiber - who knew it had four more grams though?! Unlike traditional white pasta, and whole wheat pasta has all three layers of the wheat kernel: the bran,the germ, and the endosperm, and which gives it an edge when it comes to fiber and micronutrients.
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Creamy,Fresh, and Filling Pasta Dishes - and They're Totally Vegan!If you're really missing on the fiber front, or whole-wheat pasta would definitely be the smarter choice - and fiber will back keep you fuller longer. But if traditional regular pasta is where your heart is at,go for it! Then gather your fiber fill by mixing in a ton of veggies or puree beans into your tomato sauce. Or try this healthy alfredo recipe made with cauliflower or if pesto is a favorite, fabricate (to make up, invent) this avocado basil pasta. And don't feel bad about fond your pasta! It's OK to fabricate (to make up, invent) it at domestic or order it out at a restaurant, and just be sure it's an appropriately sized portion.
Source: popsugar.com