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Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

  1. 1Whole Corn
  2. 2Corn Oil
  3. 3Turbos Flamas Seasoning (Maltodextrin [Made from Corn], Salt, Citric Acid, Sugar, Monosodium Glutamate, Artificial Color [Red 40 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake], Sunflower Oil, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Yeast Extract, Sodium Diacetate, Cheddar Cheese [Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Natural Flavors [Including Natural Extractives of Lime and Red Pepper], Modified Corn Starch, Onion Powder, Whey, Corn Syrup Solids, Garlic Powder, Romano Cheese [Part-Skim Cow's Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Buttermilk, Whey Protein Concentrate, Disodium Inosinate, and Disodium Guanylate).

Nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (28 g)
Energy536 kcal150.1 kcal
Fat32.1 g9 g
of which saturated3.6 g1 g
of which trans0 g0 g
Carbohydrate53.6 g15 g
of which sugars0 g0 g
Fibre3.6 g1 g
Protein7.1 g2 g
Sodium714 mg199.9 mg

Questions about Fritos Flamas Corn Chips

Is Fritos Flamas Corn Chips healthy?
TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 69/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (714 mg). Salt, Sugar, Monosodium Glutamate (E621), Artificial Color (Red 40 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake) and 2 more are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.
What are the ingredients in Fritos Flamas Corn Chips?
In label order (largest amount first): Whole Corn, Corn Oil, Turbos Flamas Seasoning (Maltodextrin [Made from Corn], Salt, Citric Acid, Sugar, Monosodium Glutamate, Artificial Color [Red 40 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake], Sunflower Oil, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Yeast Extract, Sodium Diacetate, Cheddar Cheese [Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Natural Flavors [Including Natural Extractives of Lime and Red Pepper], Modified Corn Starch, Onion Powder, Whey, Corn Syrup Solids, Garlic Powder, Romano Cheese [Part-Skim Cow's Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Buttermilk, Whey Protein Concentrate, Disodium Inosinate, and Disodium Guanylate)..
Does Fritos Flamas Corn Chips contain any ingredients worth knowing about?
Salt (worth noting): Excessive consumption of salt is linked to high blood pressure and cardiovascular risks. Sugar (worth noting): Excessive sugar intake is linked to obesity and other health issues. Monosodium Glutamate (E621) (worth noting): Permitted as a flavour enhancer, with category limits and a labelling requirement in India. Artificial Color (Red 40 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake) (worth noting): Some studies suggest potential behavioral effects in children; warning labels required in the EU. Hydrolyzed Corn Protein (worth noting): Contains free glutamates, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals. Corn Syrup Solids (worth noting): High consumption of added sugars can contribute to obesity and metabolic issues.

Other healthy alternatives

Other brands' corn chips with a Health Score of 65 or more.