Pasta is already on the naughty list for those over 40, and the sauce is no better. Well, some of them at least. Store-bought sauces usually have tomatoes or tomato paste as a base, but it’s the added ingredients you need to be mindful of. These sauces often contain inflammatory oils and extra sugar and salt, and that is where the sauce becomes a poison.

The great thing about pasta sauce, on the other hand, is the homemade versions. Pasta is one of the most versatile dishes, and you only have your imagination to stop you from making some delicious meals. Any meat can be added to your sauce, not to mention cheese. Don’t be shy with the cream, either. Fresh cream is the perfect companion to any pasta sauce. It will make your dish very rich, which also means that you won’t eat too much.