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Don Pancho authentic Mexican foods

whole wheat tortillas

Name: whole wheat tortillas Nutrition Facts & Health Score
Brand: Don Pancho authentic Mexican foods
SKU: 0079341020848

Likely Vegan

No animal ingredients found

Health ScoreModerate

75/100

Calories

267

Sugar

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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).

Ref: Merck Vet

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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Kid Friendly 👶✅

Kid-friendly ingredients.

Ingredient Decoder

High Risk Additives

Sodium Metabisulfite

A sulfite preservative used in dried fruits and wines. It releases sulfur dioxide gas which can cause severe respiratory reactions in asthmatics.

Moderate Caution

Soybean Oil

A ubiquitous vegetable oil high in Omega-6 fatty acids. Excessive consumption of Omega-6s without balancing Omega-3s can promote systemic inflammation in the body.

Full Ingredients List:

WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, SHORTENING (SOYBEAN OIL, HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL), DOUGH CONDITIONER (CORN STARCH, SODIUM BICARBONATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND CALCIUM PROPIONATE [PRESERVATIVES], FUMARIC ACID), DOUGH CONDITIONER (SODIUM METABISULFITE [PRESERVATIVE], MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, CORN STARCH, DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE), SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE (SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, PRECIPITATED AMORPHOUS SILICA), DOUGH CONDITIONER (MONO - AND DIGLYCERIDES, CORN STARCH, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], GUAR GUM AND 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: SOYBEAN OIL, SILICON DIOXIDE [FLOW AID], ENZYMES (WHEAT], SALT), SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, TORTILLA FLOUR (BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), DOUGH CONDITIONER (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: SALT, ENZYMES), DOUGH CONDITIONER (DISTILLED MONOGLYCERIDES, ENZYME BLEND [WHEAT STARCH, SODIUM CHLORIDE, ENZYME PREPARATION], CALCIUM CARBONATE). CONTAINS WHEAT

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

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Gluten-Free

Avoid

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in moderate quantity (7.78g)

Contains a moderate amount of fat. Consume as part of a balanced diet.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in moderate quantity (2.22g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (2.22g)

Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in high quantity (2.33g)

High consumption of salt can cause raised blood pressure and stroke risk. Most people consume twice the recommended limit.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

● Low Sugar

Cons & Warnings

● Contains Sodium Metabisulfite
● High Sodium

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Data-Driven

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Registered Dietitian

"Sarah specializes in metabolic health and label decoding."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is whole wheat tortillas truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 75/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags

The ingredient list reveals the presence of Sodium Metabisulfite. A sulfite preservative used in dried fruits and wines. It releases sulfur dioxide gas which can cause severe respiratory reactions in asthmatics. For health-conscious consumers, this is a significant red flag that lowered the product's overall score.

Nutritional Balance

With only 2g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 9g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, whole wheat tortillas achieves a CakeID Score of 75/100.

Consume in Moderation: It's not a health hazard, but it shouldn't be a staple in your daily diet due to its processing level or nutritional density.

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 2.3g salt/100g. Drink water.

Gut Health

Good fiber content.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is whole wheat tortillas healthy? ▼

It depends on your goals. With a score of 75/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Is whole wheat tortillas Vegan? ▼

Likely Yes. Our analysis found no animal-derived ingredients.

Does it contain harmful additives? ▼

Yes, it contains Sodium Metabisulfite, which is flagged in our database.

Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories

267

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 8g10%

Saturated Fat 2g10%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg0%

Sodium 1000mg43%

Total Carbohydrate 47g17%

Dietary Fiber 7g25%

Total Sugars 2g

Protein 9g

Vitamin D 0mcg0%

Calcium 0mg0%

Iron 0mg0%

Potassium 0mg0%

* 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.