By Andrea Hargraves 
On Tuesday (25/10), Brazil and many countries celebrate the anniversary of world pasta day. This traditional mixture of wheat flour and water is very desirable for daily consumption. But, can you eat pasta and the like without breaking the diet? Discover it!
Although it is considered a very high-calorie dish, the response is encouraging, as long as some points are noted.
First, it is necessary to adjust the food context well, focusing on foods with a low glycemic index.
In addition, control the amount of pasta eaten, giving preference to whole grain products.
Three tips for eating Maintain the diet:
- Avoid eating pasta alone, ie pure. Add a source of protein, such as beef, lean chicken, eggs, or even fish. This will help reduce the effect of carbohydrates on blood sugar, so it does not turn into sugar in the bloodstream quickly.
- Avoid instant noodles, which are high in oil and sodium, and give preference to artisanal options, with whole wheat flour, which has more fiber and cooperates with satiety.
- Try to consume pasta only as a source of carbohydrates, and avoid mixing it with rice, potatoes, or any other source of macronutrients.
She is a Postgraduate Dietitian in Clinical Sports Nutrition