Angel Hair
by Haggen
Simple, enriched durum wheat pasta with minimal processing and mandatory vitamin fortification. Clean ingredient profile typical of quality conventional pasta, though lacks whole grain benefits.
- Durum Semolina (Wheat) – safe · Refined flour from durum wheat, providing protein and carbohydrates with good pasta texture but limited fiber and nutrients compared to whole grain.
- Niacin – beneficial · Vitamin B3 added for enrichment, essential for energy metabolism and nervous system function.
- Iron (Ferrous Sulfate) – beneficial · Iron fortification to prevent deficiency, crucial for oxygen transport and energy production.
- Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1) – beneficial · B-vitamin essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function, added to replace nutrients lost in refining.
- Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) – beneficial · B-vitamin important for energy production and cellular function, part of mandatory enrichment.
- Folic Acid (Vitamin B) – beneficial · Synthetic form of folate added to prevent birth defects and support DNA synthesis.
Simple, clean ingredient list
Essential vitamin fortification
No preservatives or artificial additives
Made from durum wheat (higher protein than regular wheat)
Refined grain lacks fiber and nutrients
Moderate glycemic impact
Missing phytonutrients found in whole grains
Potential pesticide residues from conventional wheat
About This Analysis
This health analysis for Angel Hair 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