Prepared and Processed / Canned Meats
Beef, chili con carne, cnd
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 94kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 7.5 g/ 71g (10%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.8 g/ 42g (4%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 11.9 g/ 348g (3%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 3.5 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.5%) |
Vit B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B2 | 0.09 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B3 | 1.7 mg NE/ 16mg NE (10%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 74 mg/ 750mg (9%) |
Phosphorus | 88 mg/ 700mg (12%) |
Iron | 0.7 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Sodium | 434 mg/ 1500mg (28%) |
What is this food?
Beef chili con carne (beef with chili sauce/beans), a hearty meal that’s usually served as a main dish. In this food context, it’s a protein-forward option with some carbohydrates from the sauce/beans.
Why it matters to health
This dish can help you meet your daily protein needs for muscle and satiety. It also provides some carbohydrates for energy. However, it has sodium (434 mg per 100 g) and saturated fat (0.65 g per 100 g), so eating it often or in big portions may make it harder to keep your overall salt and saturated fat within a healthy range. The good part: with balanced portions, it can fit well into a day of 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks.
Healthier tips
- Choose a serving size that fits your plate: aim for about 1/2 plate vegetables (or a side salad), 1/4 plate chili con carne, and 1/4 plate rice or bread if you need extra energy.
- Watch the salt: if it tastes very salty, add more water/extra veggies (like bell peppers, onions, tomatoes) to stretch the flavor without adding more salt.
- Balance the meal: pair with fiber-rich sides (vegetables, beans, or a salad) to help you feel full longer.
- If you’re having it for lunch or dinner, keep snacks lighter (e.g., fruit or yogurt) so you don’t stack too many calories in one day.
Common Filipino dishes
Beef pares, Beef mechado, Menudo, Kare-kare, Ginataang kalabasa with beef, Beef tapa
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