Pasta & ramen: track creamy sauces and “layered” meals

Pasta and ramen often surprise you because of sauce, oil, and portion size. That’s normal — just track it honestly.

3 signals calories are higher than they look

1. Creamy sauce/cheese (cream, parmesan, cream cheese).
2. A lot of oil (shine, visible oil droplets, fried toppings).
3. A big bowl/plate: often a 1.5× portion.

A tiny algorithm

• Pick a portion (1.0 / 1.5 / 2.0)
• Mark sauce/oil
• Don’t forget the drink

How to use NutriAI

Photo → adjust portion and sauce with quick buttons. It’s the fastest way to get a realistic range.

Read next:

• How to count restaurant meals — without scales or guilt
• Oil & sauces at home: track without scales and keep the taste