Maiiz Nixtamal — Maiiz 4.5” Tortillas
Per 100 g, Maiiz Nixtamal — Maiiz 4.5” Tortillas provides 222 calories, 50 g carbohydrate, 5.6 g protein and 5.6 g fibre.
222kcal 11% RI Reference IntakeEU/UK adult daily energy reference of 2,000 kcal used on packaged-food nutrition labels (Reg. 1169/2011). Switch to the US toggle for FDA Daily Values.
63%Nutrient scoreNutrient ScoreThe share of this food's 8 rated nutrients that score well for its calories — a good source of beneficial nutrients while staying low in saturated fat, sodium and added sugars.8 available of 33 total nutrients with a Daily Value8of33
Protein5.6g9% kcal
Carbs50g81% kcal
Fat2.8g10% kcal
Fiber5.6g
Full nutrient breakdown
Reference
Proximates
- Protein ProteinBuilds and repairs tissue, drives enzymes and hormones. Made up of amino acids — nine of which the body can't make itself.UK adult RI: 50 G/day5.56G5.56G11%
- Fat FatAll fats combined: saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans. Carries fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) and contributes 9 kcal per gram.UK adult RI: 70 G/day2.78G2.78G4%
- Total carbohydrate Total carbohydrateAll carbohydrate combined: sugars, starches, and fiber. Calculated by subtracting water + protein + fat + ash from the food's total mass — hence "by difference".UK adult RI: 260 G/day50.0G50.0G19%
- Fiber FiberPlant carbohydrate the body can't digest. Feeds gut bacteria, slows sugar absorption, and supports regular digestion. UK adults: target 30 g/day.UK adult RI: 30 G/day5.56G5.56G19%
Carbohydrates
- Sugars SugarsNaturally-occurring + added sugars combined (mono- and disaccharides).UK adult RI: 90 G/day0G0G0%
Fats and Fatty Acids
Sterols
Minerals
- Calcium CalciumMajor mineral for bone density, muscle contraction, and nerve signalling.UK adult RI: 800 MG/day0.17MG0.17MG0%
- Iron IronCarries oxygen in haemoglobin. Plant (non-heme) iron absorbs less efficiently than meat (heme) iron — pair with vitamin C to boost absorption.UK adult RI: 14 MG/daytraceMGtraceMG0%
- Potassium PotassiumElectrolyte mineral that counters sodium's effect on blood pressure. Concentrated in fruit, vegetables, beans, and dairy.UK adult RI: 2,000 MG/day0.17MG0.17MG0%
- Sodium SodiumMineral mostly consumed as salt (sodium chloride). Excess raises blood pressure in salt-sensitive people.UK adult RI: 2,400 MG/day0MG0MG0%
Values shown for the selected serving and per 100 g. % RI follows the UK / EU Reference Intakes (Reg. 1169/2011) for adults and children 4 + years. Reference only — not medical or dietary advice (Terms & Conditions §3).