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I need your expertise, is having whole wheat pasta with green pesto healthy?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Whole wheat: Pasta is better than regular pasta. Tomato sauce is more nutritious than pesto. The reason for these dietary choices is important. If you are trying to avoid carbs its best to avoid pasta, In general, protein, fat, and carbs at each meal is good and eat brightly colored fruits and vegetables. Peace and good health.

Answered 12/26/2016

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