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Wheat Or Corn Tortillas

Wheat or corn tortillas are flatbreads commonly used as a staple grain food in many cuisines. Their nutrition varies by ingredients and processing, with corn tortillas typically higher in fiber and whole-grain character than refined flour tortillas.

Beneficial properties

source of carbohydrates provides energy can provide fiber naturally low in sugar corn versions can be whole grain

Nutritional highlights

Tortillas provide carbohydrates and varying amounts of fiber, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, and sodium, depending on whether they are made from whole-grain corn, refined wheat flour, and added fats or salt.

Caution. Wheat tortillas contain gluten and are not suitable for people with celiac disease or gluten-related disorders.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
Includes: Celiac Disease
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