Prepared and Processed / Packaged Snacks
Ampaw, rice
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 385kcal / 2530kcal (15%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 4.5 g/ 71g (6%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 2.1 g/ 42g (5%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 87.1 g/ 348g (25%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B3 | 1.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (10%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 26 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 80 mg/ 700mg (11%) |
Iron | 2.5 mg/ 12mg (20%) source |
Sodium | 5 mg/ 1500mg (0.33%) free |
What is this food?
Ampaw is a type of rice. It’s a carbohydrate-rich staple food, usually eaten as part of meals (like with ulam and vegetables).
Why it matters to health
Ampaw provides energy from carbohydrates, which helps fuel your daily activities and supports your meals throughout the day. It also has a small amount of fiber (about 1.4 g per 100 g), which can help with digestion. On the other hand, it’s low in fat (about 2.1 g) and has no cholesterol, but it can be high in carbs—so portion size matters, especially if you’re also eating other carb sources in the same meal or snacks. Sodium is very low (about 5 mg), which is good for everyday health.
Healthier tips
- Use a balanced plate: aim for 1/2 plate vegetables, 1/4 ulam (protein), and 1/4 rice.
- Choose more filling add-ons: pair rice with fish, chicken, eggs, tofu, or beans and include vegetables (like kangkong, talbos, or mixed veggies) to improve overall balance.
- If you eat rice at both meals and snacks, adjust portions—keep rice mainly for your 3 full meals, and make snacks more protein/fruit-based.
- For better fullness, consider mixing rice with more fiber foods (e.g., add beans or serve with lots of gulay).
Common Filipino dishes
Arroz caldo, sinangag, garlic fried rice (sinangag), lugaw, arroz a la valenciana, champorado
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