How many calories are in pasta?

pasta contains 3 calories per 100g serving, with 7g of protein, 42g of carbohydrates, and 1g of fat.

Is pasta good for fat loss?

pasta has a macro efficiency score of 1.00 (scale: 0–1.0). It provides 933% of its calories from protein, making it an excellent choice for fat loss goals.

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pasta.

Metabolic profile analysis. Technical breakdown of pasta and its impact on skeletal muscle retention and daily energy expenditure.

Total Energy3kcal

Bio-Protein7g

Carbohydrates42g

Total Lipids1g

Nutritional Efficiency Report

pasta is a very low-calorie food with low-protein content. At 3 kcal per 100g, it delivers 7g of protein — representing 933% of its total caloric load. Carbohydrates account for 5600% and fats for 300% of calories.

"Efficiency Score 1.00 — this asset ranks in the top tier of the DataFood database for protein delivery per calorie. Optimal for fat loss, lean bulking, and body recomposition phases."

At 42g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.

With only 3 kcal per 100g, pasta is a high-volume food — you can consume a large serving while keeping total caloric intake controlled. This makes it particularly effective for hunger management in deficit phases.

Protocol Compatibility

Ketosis Impact

At 42g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.

Thermic Effect (TEF)

With 7g protein per 100g, the thermic contribution is moderate. Pairing with higher-protein sources increases the overall TEF of your meal and supports lean mass retention.

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Based on the metabolic profile of pasta, these related data nodes are most relevant to your nutrition architecture:

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Institutional Disclaimer: The nutritional data provided for pasta is derived from clinical databases and algorithmic estimation. This report is for metabolic infrastructure planning only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a clinical nutritionist before implementing aggressive deficit protocols.