Original Tortilla Chips
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Original Tortilla Chips by La Cocina scores 9/10 for Heart Health based on low saturated fat.
Original Tortilla Chips by La Cocina provides 540 calories, 6.0g protein, 30.0g fat, and 60.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 1.1g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Blood Sugar, Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Good fiber content at 6.0g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 2.0g per 100g.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠Calorie-dense at 540 kcal per 100g — be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Original Tortilla Chips by La Cocina sits near the middle of the chips category with 540 kcal per 100g (category avg: 632).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 540 kcal per 100g (category avg: 632)
- •Protein: 6.0g per 100g (category avg: 7.3g)
- •Sugars: 2.0g per 100g (category avg: 4.8g)
- •Fiber: 6.0g per 100g (category avg: 4.7g)
- •Saturated fat: 2.0g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for general healthy eating with moderate portions.
Watch Out
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Original Tortilla Chips doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the chips category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Corn, water, canola oil, salt, guar gum, calcium hydroxide.