Traditional Fettuccini Enriched Macaroni
by Mcilhenny
A straightforward durum wheat pasta with standard enrichment vitamins and minerals. Clean ingredient list with no additives or preservatives, but lacks the fiber and nutrients of whole grain varieties.
- Durum wheat semolina – safe · Refined durum wheat flour that provides protein and carbohydrates but has fiber and nutrients removed during processing.
- Iron (ferrous sulfate) – beneficial · Essential mineral added to replace iron lost during wheat processing, important for oxygen transport and energy metabolism.
- Niacin – beneficial · Vitamin B3 that supports energy metabolism and nervous system function, required by FDA enrichment standards.
- Thiamin mononitrate – beneficial · Vitamin B1 that helps convert carbohydrates to energy, added to replace nutrients lost in wheat refining.
- Riboflavin – beneficial · Vitamin B2 essential for energy production and cellular growth, part of mandatory grain enrichment.
- Folic acid – beneficial · Synthetic form of folate that prevents neural tube defects and supports DNA synthesis, required in enriched grains.
Single whole food ingredient
No artificial additives or preservatives
Enriched with essential vitamins and minerals
Clean processing
Refined grain lacking fiber and nutrients
Higher glycemic impact than whole grains
Missing beneficial wheat germ and bran
About This Analysis
This ingredient analysis for Traditional Fettuccini Enriched Macaroni was performed by Truelabel, an AI-powered food scanner that grades products from A (excellent) to F (failing) based on ingredient quality. The analysis covers seed oil content, ultra-processed ingredients, preservatives, artificial colors, allergens, and potential health risks including cancer risk, hormonal disruption, and gut irritation scores.
Category: Pasta & Grains