Whole Wheat Gourmet Pasta, Spirals Milled Flax Seed

Hodgson Mill - Whole Wheat Gourmet Pasta, Spirals Milled Flax Seed has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin.

The food contains 70.55g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 15.87 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Hodgson Mill - Whole Wheat Gourmet Pasta, Spirals Milled Flax Seed has been given a composite ranking of 76, and in moderation.