Prepared and Processed / Packaged Snacks
Banana chips, sweetn
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 568kcal / 2530kcal (22%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.5 g/ 71g (2%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 35.1 g/ 42g (83%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 61.6 g/ 348g (17%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B2 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 177 mg/ 750mg (23%) source |
Phosphorus | 61 mg/ 700mg (8%) |
Iron | 1 mg/ 12mg (8%) |
Sodium | 6 mg/ 1500mg (0.4%) very low |
What is this food?
Banana chips (sweetened), a crunchy snack made from banana slices that are usually fried and may have added sugar.
Why it matters to health
Banana chips can be energy-dense, so a small serving can quickly add up to calories. They also have high saturated fat (from frying) and added/extra sugar, which can be a concern if eaten often. On the positive side, they provide some dietary fiber and natural nutrients from banana, which can help you feel fuller. Since they’re sweet and crunchy, they’re easy to overeat—so they fit best as an occasional snack within your day’s meals and snacks.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small: aim for about 1 small handful (instead of eating the whole pack).
- Choose options with less sugar or “plain/unsweetened” if available.
- Pair with a protein or fiber-rich food to balance: e.g., banana chips with plain yogurt or nuts (small portion) or with fruit instead of another sweet snack.
- For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), treat banana chips as your snack, not a frequent “extra” between meals.
- If you’re watching cholesterol or heart health, limit foods with high saturated fat like fried chips more often.
Common Filipino dishes
Banana cue, banana chips, turon, ginataang bilo-bilo (as a dessert), maja blanca
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