Blood Sugar Impact of Corn Tortilla
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 44.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 19.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 44.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 16.0g 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:
GROUND CORN TREATED WITH LIME AND WATER, CORN FLOUR (WHITE CORN COOKED WITH LIME, CELLULOSE GUM, FUMARIC ACID, SODIUM PROPIONATE, AND SORBIC ACID ADDED TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS), PROPIONIC ACID AND PHOSPHORIC ACID (PRESERVATIVES).
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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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Emulsifier
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GUM*
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⬜
Filler
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GUM*
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Preservative
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PRESERVATIVE*
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Refined Carb
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FLOUR*
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Synthetic
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PRESERVATIVE*
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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 Tortilla is a food product in the mexican dinner mixes category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 33.6.
Corn Tortilla has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 33.6. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Corn Tortilla contains 43.2g carbs, 2.3g sugars, 4.5g fiber, and 4.6g 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 Tortilla into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Corn Tortilla compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the mexican dinner mixes category for alternatives.