69/100

Corn Tortilla

Good — Corn Tortilla supports fat-burning.

Whole-corn masa keeps the glycemic load moderate, so tacos on corn tortillas spike insulin less than flour wraps or white bread.

The breakdown

Per serving: 2 tortillas (52g)

Glycemic load
10
Sugar (g)
0
Fiber (g)
3
Protein (g)
3

Glycemic index 52 · Carbs 22g · Fat 2g · Processing processed

What this means for fat-burning

A FatTonic Score of 69 places corn tortilla in the Good band. The score is dominated by its glycemic load of 10 (moderate — a noticeable but manageable rise).

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Frequently asked questions

Does corn tortilla spike insulin?

Corn Tortilla has a glycemic load of 10 and a FatTonic Score of 69 out of 100, which means it supports fat-burning. Whole-corn masa keeps the glycemic load moderate, so tacos on corn tortillas spike insulin less than flour wraps or white bread.

Is corn tortilla good for fat loss?

With a FatTonic Score of 69/100 (Good), corn tortilla supports fat-burning. Whole-corn masa keeps the glycemic load moderate, so tacos on corn tortillas spike insulin less than flour wraps or white bread.

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