In 2022, 556,616 tonnes of these starchy foods were sold in France. Pasta has a reputation for making you gain weight.
This is denied by Dr. Jean-Michel Cohen, nutritionist, who also advises them as part of a diet intended to lose weight. The longer the pasta is cooked, the faster the glycemic index will rise. “Eating pasta in the evening is a very good thing. They are rich in tryptophan which promotes good sleep,” adds Dr. Cohen. The right ration for a woman is between 200 and 300 grams, and for a man, between 300 and 400 grams, estimates the doctor. The French and pasta, it’s quite a story! More than 96% buy them, and 70% say they eat them at least once a week. The composition varies mainly depending on the category: classic, egg, wholemeal or fresh. And parmesan is richer than gruyere.