Seashells Enriched Macaroni

by Mcilhenny

Simple, traditional pasta made from enriched durum wheat semolina with added B vitamins and iron. Clean ingredient list with no additives, though the refined wheat lacks fiber and has moderate blood sugar impact.

• Durum Wheat Semolina – safe · High-protein wheat variety that provides the pasta structure and carbohydrate content. Generally well-tolerated except by those with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease.
• Iron (Ferrous Sulfate) – beneficial · Essential mineral added for fortification to prevent iron deficiency anemia, especially important for women and children.
• Niacin – beneficial · Vitamin B3 essential for energy metabolism and nervous system function, added to replace nutrients lost during wheat processing.
• Thiamin Mononitrate – beneficial · Vitamin B1 crucial for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function, synthetic form that's stable and well-absorbed.
• Riboflavin – beneficial · Vitamin B2 important for energy production and antioxidant activity, added to restore nutrients removed during milling.
• Folic Acid – beneficial · Synthetic form of folate essential for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation, particularly important for pregnant women.

Single, recognizable ingredient

No artificial additives or preservatives

Fortified with essential B vitamins and iron

No seed oils or unhealthy fats

Traditional food processing

Refined grain lacks fiber and nutrients

Moderate blood sugar impact

Contains gluten

Missing beneficial compounds found in whole grains