Prepared and Processed / Packaged Snacks
Banana, saba, w/ sugar, fried
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 183kcal / 2530kcal (7%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 2 g/ 71g (2%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 2.6 g/ 42g (6%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 37.8 g/ 348g (10%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.03 mg/ 1mg (2%) |
Vit B3 | 0.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 191 mg/ 750mg (25%) source |
Phosphorus | 27 mg/ 700mg (3%) |
Iron | 1.6 mg/ 12mg (13%) |
Sodium | 6 mg/ 1500mg (0.4%) very low |
What is this food?
Saba banana that’s been fried and sweetened with sugar. It’s a carb-heavy snack (about 183 kcal per 100 g) with a lot of sugar and a small amount of fiber.
Why it matters to health
This food can give quick energy because it’s mostly carbohydrates (37.8 g per 100 g), and it has a little fiber (1.6 g) to help with fullness. However, it also has very high sugar (36.2 g) and high saturated fat (2.21 g) from frying, even though sodium is low (6 mg). If eaten often or in big portions, it can make it easier to exceed daily limits for added sugar and saturated fat, which may affect heart health and blood sugar control over time. The good part: when you balance it with meals that include protein and vegetables, it can still fit into a healthy day.
Healthier tips
- Keep it as an occasional snack and watch the portion (for example, a small serving after a full meal, not as a main meal).
- Try to reduce added sugar: choose less-sweet versions or ask for “less sugar.”
- Pair it with something filling: have it with plain yogurt, nuts, or a glass of milk to balance the carbs.
- If you’re frying at home, use less oil and avoid reusing oil; consider air-frying or baking banana saba for a lighter option.
- For your daily pattern (3 full meals + 1–2 snacks), place this snack on days when your other snacks are lighter (e.g., fruit, unsweetened yogurt, or veggies).
Common Filipino dishes
Turon, Banana cue, Saba con yelo, Ginataang saba, Maruya
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