whole wheat pasta is better (lower GI) than white pasta...futhermore, as long as yuor calories are under control, pasta is not bad for cutting, unless u are on a low-carb or keto diet....in my opinion, these diets should be saved for contest prep, or when u only have a bit of fat to lose.....cut up without cutting carbs first, then use a keto or low carb approach to get really ripped.....and ALWAYS keep the protein high.