Blood Sugar Impact of Corn Tortillas
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. Consider pairing with protein or fat to moderate the impact.
Key Nutrients
Per 48.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 21.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g |
| Fat | 1.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 48.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
CORN, WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: CELLULOSE GUM, FUMARIC ACID, PROPIONIC ACID AND SODIUM PROPIONATE (AS PRESERVATIVES), PHOSPHORIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND SORBIC ACID (AS PRESERVATIVES), DEXTROSE, SODIUM TRIPOLYPHOSPHATE, LIME (CALCIUM HYDROXIDE).
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Vitamins & Minerals
Micronutrient content per serving, shown as a percentage of recommended daily values.
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Ingredient Analysis
Breakdown of ingredients and processing level to help you understand what's in this food.
| Ingredient Type | Found In This Product |
|---|---|
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Added Sugar
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DEXTROSE
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🔄
Emulsifier
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GUM*
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⬜
Filler
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GUM*
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High GI Carb
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DEXTROSE
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Preservative
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PRESERVATIVE*
SORBATE*
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Synthetic
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PRESERVATIVE*
SORBATE*
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Food Tags
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Data Details
Information about this food's data source, quality, and naming in the USDA database.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Corn Tortillas is a food product in the mexican dinner mixes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 37.3.
Corn Tortillas has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 37.3. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Corn Tortillas contains 43.8g carbs, 0.0g sugars, 4.2g fiber, and 6.3g protein per 100g.
This food has a moderate blood sugar impact and can be included with portion control. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Corn Tortillas into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Corn Tortillas compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the mexican dinner mixes category for alternatives.