Is pasta healthy for athletes?

100 grams of cooked pasta contains 31 grams of carbohydrates out of which 26 grams is starch which is a complex carbohydrate.

Complex carbohydrates can refill the glycogen stores that generally get depleted after hard training or a game. 

But, at the same time we need to remember that pasta is not a good source of vitamins & minerals which are essential for optimal performance & recovery.

I would suggest you to add vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, green peppers , etc., while cooking pasta. These not only add their flavour but also contain various micronutrients and antioxidants. Please make sure that you don’t add too much of salt.