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Flour Tortillas

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Is Flour Tortillas healthy?

Flour Tortillas scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. The flour tortillas are moderately processed and contain palm oil, which is a saturated fat with potential health and environmental concerns.

How processed is Flour Tortillas?

Flour Tortillas is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Flour Tortillas' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Unbleached enriched wheat flour, Palm oil are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Flour Tortillas

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60 Fair

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 2
Category Tortillas and Wraps
Summary

The flour tortillas are moderately processed and contain palm oil, which is a saturated fat with potential health and environmental concerns. The use of enriched wheat flour adds some nutritional value, but the presence of palm oil and the processed nature of the product limit its overall healthiness. The ingredient list is relatively short, which is a positive aspect, but the processing level and use of palm oil prevent a higher score.

Key ingredients 5

Water
Neutral

Water is a basic ingredient used to hydrate and bind the dough. It is essential for the texture and consistency of the tortillas. It does not contribute any calories or nutrients.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used to enhance flavor and as a preservative. It is a common ingredient in processed foods. Excessive consumption can lead to high blood pressure.

Risks

High sodium intake is associated with increased risk of hypertension.

Benefits

Enhances flavor and acts as a preservative.

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Baking powder
Neutral

Baking powder is a leavening agent that helps dough rise. It contains sodium bicarbonate and acids that react to produce carbon dioxide. It is essential for the texture of baked goods.

Benefits

Improves texture and volume of baked goods.

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Unbleached enriched wheat flour
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

Risks

May contribute to blood sugar spikes and lacks fiber, which is important for digestive health.

Benefits

Provides a source of energy and is enriched with vitamins like niacin and folic acid.

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Palm oil
Bad

Palm oil is a saturated fat that can contribute to heart disease when consumed in excess. It is often criticized for its environmental impact due to deforestation. However, it is stable at high temperatures, making it useful in cooking.

Risks

High intake of saturated fats may increase the risk of heart disease.

Benefits

Provides a stable fat source for cooking and baking.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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