Is that ingredient good for me? Should I not cook with that? With so many conflicting reports on health foods how do you know what to trust? Livestrong.com‘s recent article and slideshow: “18 Foods With a ‘Bad’ Rap That Are Actually Good for You” tries to help! The slideshow introduces 18 foods which have gained a bad […]
Whole grain pasta is included on a short list of “10 Power Foods for Women” according to Farnews. The article calls out important Highlighting foods that help women in several ways; from fighting wrinkles to flattening bellies whole grain pasta is listed next to other health foods including avacados, spinach, apples, and broccoli; the article notes that whole […]
A new report from ABC News states that According to National Institutes of Health statistics, about 1 percent of the population has celiac disease, a condition for which eating gluten brings on major gastrointestinal distress and myriad other symptoms, however nearly 30 percent of American’s say they are trying to cut gluten out of their diet. With many […]
The Huffington Post asked top nutritionists and other health professionals about what foods they could not live without and guess what made the cut? WHOLE WHEAT PASTA! The short list included pasta and other health food favorites like canned chickpeas, frozen veggies, olive oil, and fish. Susan Mitchell, Ph.D., RD noted that pasta was her […]
It’s summer grilling season and many parents are still having trouble getting their kids to eat veggies! Why not try grilled ravioli pasta pops? The Cooking Cardiologist, Dr. Richard Collins walks you though the steps to make this delicious, healthy and family friendly appetizers on Colorado’s CW2. From the freezer to your plate in just a […]
Confused about carbs? Hearing mixed messages? In a recent article from Refinery 29, Registered Dietitian Amy Shapiro, R.D., founder of Real Nutrition NY discusses everything you need to know about carbs (including pasta), why they have a bad rap, and optimal ways to include them in your diet. Here’s a quote from Dr. Shaprio on why our body’s need […]
Pasta Fits is excited to announce our first contest of 2013 – the Pasta Fits Me Pinterest Contest! One winner will be awarded $1,500 which is the equivalent of the cost of groceries to feed a family of four for two months! How can you enter? Follow these simple steps: Fill out the entry form. […]
Highlighting that pasta is part of a balanced diet, Nebraska’s NTV discusses great ways to fit pasta into your balanced diet. Check out the video below for fun facts, history, and tips on creating a delicious and healthy meal with pasta! KHGI-TV/KWNB-TV/KHGI-CD-Grand Island, Kearney, Hastings
Get ready for spring with the Mediterranean Diet! Tips from Diane Welland, registered dietitian for the National Pasta Association were included in the article below from Examiner.com. Looking to clean out your pantry this spring? Diane gives tips on what to keep in stock and how to know when its time to let something go. […]
Pasta fits perfectly in the Mediterranean Diet, and that’s why we recommend this new trend for a great spring diet!
