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Pasta isn’t just food. It’s a feeling. Many of us want to enjoy pasta more often (because it’s amazing). However, we know that the way pasta is traditionally prepared isn’t...
Homemade pasta offers freshness, but boxed pasta with boosted protein or fiber can deliver stronger nutritional value, longer shelf life, and simpler portioning. The right pick depends on your goals,...
Pasta tends to digest slower than bread, making it a more stable option for blood sugar and sustained energy. Bread, especially white or soft sandwich bread, is more likely to...
Pasta typically contains more carbohydrates per gram than pizza, but pizza often delivers higher calories, saturated fat, and sodium per serving. Pasta also offers better portion control and flexibility for...
Pasta delivers more protein, holds you longer, and offers better texture control than potatoes, especially when you choose upgraded options like Pastabilities’ Protein Pasta. Potatoes may win on simplicity, but for...
Risotto and pasta both deliver a big share of your daily carbs, but they behave differently in your body. Pasta typically has more protein and fiber per bite, while risotto...
Sweet potatoes bring fewer carbs and more fiber per bite, while pasta offers more protein and, depending on the type, steadier energy. Both have their place at the table. For...
Couscous and pasta come from the same place: semolina wheat. Cooked by weight, they both average 23–25 grams of carbs per 100 grams. Couscous seems lighter by the cup because...
Gnocchi typically brings around 30–35 grams of carbs per cooked cup, while traditional pasta lands closer to 40–45 grams. Pasta, however, carries more protein, often 7–8 grams per cup compared...
Polenta contains fewer carbs per cup than regular pasta, but when you factor in fiber, protein, and digestion speed, high-protein pasta options like those from Pastabilities offer a stronger nutritional...
Yes, chickpea pasta can support better blood sugar control thanks to its higher protein and fiber content. But while it's better than traditional pasta, it's not your best option. Some...
When you're preparing for a colonoscopy and following a low-fiber diet, not all pasta is created equal. The safest and most recommended choice is traditional white pasta made from refined...
Pasta brings comfort and connection to the table. For those managing dietary sensitivities or simply exploring different nutritional profiles, the choice between gluten-free and wheat-based pasta matters. Traditional wheat pasta,...
Orzo pasta contains roughly 7 grams of protein per 2-ounce dry serving. While it looks like rice and cooks fast, orzo delivers little protein compared to modern high-protein pasta options....
Not all pasta is off the table if you’re managing diabetes. Low glycemic pasta made with protein, fiber, and slow-digesting grains can help support blood sugar stability, without giving up...
Most high-protein or low-carb pastas on the market lean heavily on a single ingredient, usually chickpeas. And while chickpea pasta does improve on traditional pasta in some ways, with around...
Most people can have 75 grams of dry pasta per meal while on a diet, which cooks into about 1½ cups. That’s the sweet spot for most people trying to...