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Skip or Savor Spaghetti?
Is spaghetti OK for people with diabetes? Get the facts here.
Serving size: 1 cup (117 g)
Carbs: 37 g (whole-wheat) - 42 g (regular)
Calories: 134 (whole-wheat) - 221 (regular)
Glycemic index: 42, low (whole-wheat) - 46, low (regular)
Glycemic load: 17, medium (whole-wheat) - 22, high (regular)
Sometimes a piping hot plate of pasta really hits the spot but, mamma mia, this crave-worthy food is crammed with carbohydrates. Whole-wheat spaghetti clocks in at 37 grams of carbs per cup, and noodles made with the traditional white flour have 43 grams per cup (about 3 carb exchanges)! Whole-wheat is the healthier pick because of its whole grain content, but even it should be approached with caution. (Beware that jarred red sauce can be a sneaky source of sugar, and creamy white sauce can add lots of extra calories.) Your best bet: Shrink your pasta portion and balance it out with a heaping serving of veggies and some healthy, lean protein.
Quick tip: Want to enjoy pasta without sacrificing the sauce? Sub in spaghetti squash for your usual noodles.
Published on March 27, 2015.
— by Katie Lewin and Katherine Solem
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