Corn tostadas raspadas

85 Excellent
$2.49 · 22 count
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Summary

This product is minimally processed, consisting primarily of corn treated with calcium hydroxide, which is a traditional method for making corn more digestible and nutritious. The absence of harmful additives, seed oils, or artificial ingredients contributes to its high score, reflecting its status as a simple, whole food product.

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Cereals And Potatoes

Key ingredients 1

Calcium hydroxide
Neutral

Calcium hydroxide is used in food processing, particularly in the preparation of corn masa. It helps in the nixtamalization process, which enhances the nutritional profile of corn by increasing calcium content and making certain nutrients more bioavailable. However, it is an additive and does not provide significant direct health benefits.

Benefits

Enhances the nutritional profile of corn by increasing calcium content and improving nutrient bioavailability.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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