scored 84/100
These are the scored components, not a sum: the published score also reflects normalisation across the catalog, so the parts above will not add to 84.
Per 100 g of the default form. Bars show how much higher or lower pasta is than the average across 45 peer foods in this category. Green means a favorable direction; amber means the opposite.
Pasta scores 84/100 in Formulate, making it a great choice. Its strongest contributions come from Thiamin, Folate, Riboflavin. The score blends nutrient density, fiber, healthy fats, protein quality, bioactive compounds, and glycemic impact.
Not particularly. A 50 g serving provides about 5.7 g of protein (~11% of the 50 g daily value).
Not really. A 50 g serving provides about 0 g of fiber (~0% of the 28 g daily value).
In a 50 g serving, pasta is highest in Thiamin (~29% DV), Folate (~22% DV), Riboflavin (~17% DV), Vitamin B6 (~16% DV), Copper (~13% DV).
Not really. A 50 g serving has about 27.4 g of net carbs (27.4 g total minus 0 g fiber).
A typical serving is around 50 g (~144 kcal), based on the FDA's Reference Amount Customarily Consumed for this food category. There's no fixed daily target — most adults benefit from rotating pasta alongside several other grain sources.
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