Wait, what? Pasta good for weight loss
Italian researchers say pasta doesn’t make you fat, and is good for weight loss when part of a Mediterranean diet.
Click here for reuse options!…the idea that eating pasta will make you fat is a myth – and quite the reverse is true, scientists claim.
For while it may be heavy on carbs, pasta may even help you slim, a new study has found.
That’s because when eaten as part of a Mediterranean diet rich in vegetables and olive oil, pasta is linked with a slight reduction in Body Mass Index (BMI) and waistline size…
Researchers concluded there was no link between eating pasta and gaining weight – it was actually linked to being slimmer.
Lead author of the paper, George Pounis said: ‘By analyzing anthropometric data of the participants and their eating habits we have seen that consumption of pasta, contrary to what many think, is not associated with an increase in body weight, rather the opposite.
‘Our data shows that enjoying pasta according to individuals’ needs contributes to a healthy body mass index, lower waist circumference and better waist-hip ratio.’
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6 responses to Wait, what? Pasta good for weight loss
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Mike July 4th, 2016 at 10:18
Key words being “Italian researcher” and “as part of a Mediterranean diet”
DogsRgoodpeople July 4th, 2016 at 13:22
yeah and that last part ” ‘Our data shows that enjoying pasta according to individuals’ needs ……..”
needs ? like how long we can live without it ? lol
oldfart July 4th, 2016 at 11:35
It’s not what’s in it, (unless glutten is a problem)
It’s what’s on it.
Gina Bousquet July 4th, 2016 at 18:42
I try to have a small portion with a bit of butter and lots of Parmesan, to not ruin my diet. I looove pasta!
oldfart July 4th, 2016 at 19:19
Hot olive oil with crushed garlic over angel hair
keeps dracula away !
Gina Bousquet July 4th, 2016 at 19:42
Hmmm, will try it! Must be good!!