How to Make Tortillas Healthier - Go Blue!
When it comes to clothes, black is supposed to be slimming. But, when it comes to how to make tortillas healthier (yes, you read that right…I said tortillas), it seems that blue may be way to go.
That's because blue tortillas have been found to contain far less starch and a lower GI (glycemic index) rating than the more traditional white corn tortilla.
What is Glycemic Index?
The glycemic index ranks foods based on their effect on blood sugar levels. The way it works is basically like this: If a food ranks high on the GI, it probably contains simple, fast-acting carbohydrates (think pasta, white rice, white bread, candy, etc.) that, over time, will lead to weight gain and possible spikes in blood sugar levels.
By contrast, if a certain type of food ranks low on the GI, it likely contains slower-digesting, complex carbohydrates (or, it could simply not contain many carbohydrates at all). Examples of low GI foods include sweet potatoes, whole wheat bread, brown rice, and nuts.
These types of carbs will provide your body with the energy it needs, but when eaten in moderation, will not lead to an increase in weight or excessive spikes in your blood glucose levels (which could raise your risk of developing diabetes).
How to Make Tortillas Healthier for Game Day
As for the blue tortilla, it turns out that the coloring itself is due to the presence of anthocyanins in the corn. These are the same heart healthy compounds found in many types of berries and in red wine. And, as mentioned earlier, the blue tortilla ranks much lower on the GI than its white corn tortilla counterpart.
So, grab some "blue chips" and some low-sodium salsa, and you'll be good to go for Sunday football with a relatively healthy snack (gut-busting six pack of beer and hot wings not included!).
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