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Uncooked Elbow Or Small-Shell Pasta

Uncooked elbow or small-shell pasta is a dried grain-based food, most commonly made from refined or whole wheat semolina. It is primarily a source of carbohydrates and is commonly used as a base for many meals.

Beneficial properties

energy-providing carbohydrate source low in fat can provide some protein often enriched with B vitamins and iron shelf-stable pantry staple

Nutritional highlights

Pasta provides mostly complex carbohydrates, with modest protein, and enriched varieties may supply iron, folate, thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin.

Caution. Contains gluten when made from wheat; avoid in celiac disease or wheat gluten intolerance.

Conditions it helps with

Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
Includes: Celiac Disease
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Weight Gain & Obesity
Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain
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