Emily H: Glad you enjoyed the article! I was getting a little sick and tired of people dissing pasta (which is one of my favorite foods) under false pretences, so I just wanted to point out the facts.

Anonymous: Like any food, if it’s eaten in excess pasta will cause weight gain. Especially if it’s eaten the typical calorie-laden American way: topped with lots of meaty, creamy and cheesy sauces.

But generations of lean and healthy Italians prove that pasta can be eaten regularly without any problems, if it’s eaten the traditional way, and in moderation. Indeed, as I explained in the article, far from causing any problems pasta provides your body with a number of health-giving nutrients, it’s a good source of slowly-digesting carbs, and it’s a great vehicle for such appetizing and nutrient-dense foods as fresh seasonal vegetables, olive oil, and protein sources like seafood, poultry, and beans.

And speaking from personal experience, I’ve regularly been eating pasta for many years and I’ve never been leaner or healthier.