Blood Sugar Impact of Tortilla Chips
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. The fat content may help moderate the blood sugar response.
Key Nutrients
Per 34.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 18.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 34.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 17.0g 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 FLOUR, WATER, VEGETABLE OIL (COTTON SEED AND/OR SOYBEAN OIL), IODIZED SALT, LEAVENING AGENT (SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), CITRIC ACID, ANTIOXIDANTS (BHA & BHT), YELLOW NO. 5 AND YELLOW NO. 6, RED 40.
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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 |
|---|---|
|
🍋
Acidifier
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CITRIC ACID
|
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🎨
Artificial Coloring
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RED 40*
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🫧
Fat
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OIL*
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🌿
Natural
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SALT
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🧪
Preservative
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CITRIC ACID
|
|
🥖
Refined Carb
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FLOUR*
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💦
Refined Fat
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OIL*
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🧂
Seasoning
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SALT
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⚗️
Synthetic Additive
|
RED 40*
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Food Tags
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Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Tortilla Chips is a food product in the chips, pretzels & snacks category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 32.3.
Tortilla Chips has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 32.3. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Tortilla Chips contains 52.9g carbs, 0.0g sugars, 2.9g fiber, and 5.9g 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 Tortilla Chips into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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