Prepared and Processed / Packaged Snacks
Ampaw, pinipig
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 392kcal / 2530kcal (15%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 3.1 g/ 71g (4%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.6 g/ 42g (3%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 91.3 g/ 348g (26%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (12%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 23 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 127 mg/ 700mg (18%) source |
Iron | 7.1 mg/ 12mg (59%) high |
Sodium | 5 mg/ 1500mg (0.33%) free |
What is this food?
Ampaw (pinipig) is a sweet, crunchy snack made from toasted young rice (glutinous rice) that’s usually processed into small bits. It’s mainly a carb-based food, so it gives quick energy.
Why it matters to health
Because ampaw/pinipig is high in carbohydrates (about 91 g per 100 g), it can help fuel your day—especially if you eat it as part of a meal or planned snack. It also has a small amount of fiber (1.4 g), which can help with fullness, but it’s still not a “fiber-rich” food. The fat is low (1.6 g), and cholesterol is zero, but there is some saturated fat (0.58 g). Sodium is very low (5 mg), which is a plus. Since carbs are the main nutrient here, the key is portion and frequency so it fits well with your 3 full meals and 1–2 snacks a day.
Healthier tips
- Use a smaller serving (for example, a small handful) and pair it with a protein or fiber-rich food (like milk, yogurt, or a piece of fruit) to stay fuller longer.
- Choose it as a snack rather than a main meal most days, and avoid eating large portions late in the day.
- If you’re watching sugar intake, go easy on versions that are very sweet; balance it with less-sweet snacks the rest of the day.
- For better overall balance, make sure your meals include viand/protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and vegetables, not just carbs.
Common Filipino dishes
Ampaw (pinipig), Pinipig with milk, Pinipig with coconut milk, Binatog with pinipig, Kakanin (rice-based snacks)
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