Prepared and Processed / Packaged Snacks
Chips, corn, taco flvr
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 515kcal / 2530kcal (20%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 6.8 g/ 71g (9%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 27.4 g/ 42g (65%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 60.2 g/ 348g (17%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B2 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 1.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (9%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 138 mg/ 750mg (18%) source |
Phosphorus | 160 mg/ 700mg (22%) source |
Iron | 2.2 mg/ 12mg (18%) |
Sodium | 785 mg/ 1500mg (52%) |
Allergen Info
Corn
What is this food?
This is corn chips with a taco flavor (about 100g serving). It’s a crunchy snack made mostly from corn, with added seasonings.
Why it matters to health
Corn chips can give you quick energy from carbohydrates, and they have some fiber (about 4g per 100g). However, this version is also high in fat (27.4g total fat, with 14.39g saturated fat) and high in sodium (about 785mg). Eating too much can make it harder to keep your daily balance for heart health and blood pressure, especially if you snack often. The good part: if you enjoy it, you can still fit it into your day by keeping portions reasonable and pairing it with healthier foods.
Healthier tips
- Portion first: aim for a smaller snack serving (for example, a handful) instead of eating a full 100g bag.
- Pair it: combine with protein (boiled egg, tuna, chicken, or yogurt) and fiber (fresh fruit or veggies) to make your snack more filling.
- Balance your meals: if you snack on chips, keep your next meal’s carb portion moderate (rice/bread/noodles) so your total intake stays balanced.
- Hydrate: drink water alongside snacks, especially since sodium is high.
- Choose better options when you can: look for baked or less-salty versions, or plain corn chips with lighter seasoning.
Common Filipino dishes
Corn chips with salsa, Tacos (Filipino-style), Nachos, Fried chips/snacks (potato or corn), Sinangag with egg
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