India, July 25 -- Pasta is one of the most popular comfort foods across the globe. However, indulging in the dish frequently at home often leads to bloating and weight gain, especially when loaded with extra cheese.

However, according to Dr Joseph Salhab, a Florida-based gastroenterologist and health content creator who specialises in digestive, liver, pancreatic, and nutritional health, feasting on pasta while in Italy can actually have the opposite effect. Taking to Instagram on July 25, he explained why that is.

When we think of pasta at home or at local restaurants, we go for creamy sauces and heavy ingredients. But local pasta in Italy is much simpler. As part of the staple diet, it uses just a few fresh ingredients, which is much ...