Prepared and Processed / Pastries and Desserts
Biscuit, cocohoney
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 453kcal / 2530kcal (17%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 7 g/ 71g (9%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 14.7 g/ 42g (35%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 73.2 g/ 348g (21%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.1 mg/ 1mg (8%) |
Vit B2 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B3 | 1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 27 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 87 mg/ 700mg (12%) |
Iron | 0 mg/ 12mg (0%) |
Sodium | 30 mg/ 1500mg (2%) very low |
What is this food?
Biscuit (cocohoney flavor). It’s a sweet, crunchy snack that mainly provides carbohydrates for quick energy, with some fiber and fat.
Why it matters to health
This biscuit is energy-dense (about 453 kcal per 100 g), so portion size matters—especially if you already have 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks a day. It has total fat 14.7 g, with saturated fat 11.1 g, and cholesterol 4 mg, which can add up if eaten often in large amounts. On the positive side, it has dietary fiber 8.7 g and sugar 20.4 g, so it can help you feel fuller than very plain sweets, but it’s still best to keep it as an occasional snack. Sodium is relatively low here (30 mg), which is good for everyday choices.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small: aim for a few pieces (not a whole pack) and treat it as a snack, not a meal.
- Pair it: have it with plain milk, unsweetened yogurt, or fruit to balance the quick carbs and sugar.
- Check frequency: if you eat biscuits, try not to make it your daily snack—rotate with nuts, fruit, or whole-grain options.
- Watch saturated fat: since this flavor is high in saturated fat, limit how often you choose it compared with lighter snacks.
- Use it smart: if you want something sweet, choose smaller servings and avoid adding more sugary drinks right after.
Common Filipino dishes
Coco-biscuit, champorado, banana cue, ensaymada, maja blanca
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