Sugars and Sweets / Confectionery
Candy, custard
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 381kcal / 2530kcal (15%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 4.1 g/ 71g (5%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.6 g/ 42g (3%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 87.6 g/ 348g (25%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 8.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (1%) |
Vit B1 | 0.2 mg/ 1mg (16%) source |
Vit B2 | 0.36 mg/ 1mg (27%) source |
Vit B3 | 0.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0.63%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 166 mg/ 750mg (22%) source |
Phosphorus | 105 mg/ 700mg (15%) |
Iron | 0.2 mg/ 12mg (1%) |
Sodium | 159 mg/ 1500mg (10%) |
What is this food?
Candy, custard is a sweet dessert made mainly from sugar and usually has a small amount of fat (including saturated fat). It’s high in carbohydrates and sugar, so it’s best treated as an occasional sweet rather than a regular snack.
Why it matters to health
This food can give quick energy because it’s mostly carbohydrates and sugar. However, with high sugar (69.3 g per 100 g) and low fiber (0 g), it may not keep you full for long, and it can make it easier to exceed daily sugar needs. It also has saturated fat (0.71 g) and cholesterol (36 mg), which are not ideal in large amounts. The good part: if you enjoy it, you can still fit it into your day—just keep portions small and balance it with meals that have fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
Healthier tips
- Keep it as a sometimes treat, especially if you already have sweets in your snacks.
- Portion guide: try small servings (e.g., a few spoonfuls) instead of a full 100 g serving.
- Pair it with a more filling snack: choose fruit + yogurt or nuts instead of eating candy/custard alone.
- Balance your day: make sure your 3 meals include vegetables and protein (fish, chicken, eggs, tofu) so your blood sugar and hunger stay steadier.
- When possible, pick versions with less sugar or smaller added-sugar desserts.
Common Filipino dishes
Leche flan, ube halaya, maja blanca, caramel custard, fruit salad with cream
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