Prepared and Processed / Canned Fruits
Carageenan gel, assorted fruit-flvr
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 121kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0 g/ 71g (0%) | ||||
Total Fat | 1.2 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 27.5 g/ 348g (7%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B3 | 0 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 10 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 17 mg/ 700mg (2%) |
Iron | 0 mg/ 12mg (0%) |
Sodium | 139 mg/ 1500mg (9%) |
What is this food?
Carageenan gel with assorted fruit flavor. It’s a sweet, gel-like dessert drink/gel made using carageenan (a thickener) and fruit flavoring, usually eaten as a snack or dessert.
Why it matters to health
This food is mostly carbohydrates and sugar (about 27.5g carbs and 25.1g sugar per 100g) with low fat (about 1.2g) and no dietary fiber listed. It can still fit into your day, especially if you enjoy it as a treat, but since it’s high in sugar and has low fiber, it may not keep you full for long. Sodium is also present (about 139mg per 100g), so it’s best to keep portions reasonable—especially if you also eat other salty snacks or viands during the day.
Healthier tips
- Keep it as an occasional snack/dessert, not a daily go-to.
- Pair it with something that adds fiber or protein (e.g., a small serving of plain yogurt, nuts, or fresh fruit on the side) to help you feel fuller.
- Watch portion size: try smaller servings (e.g., 50–75g) and see how it fits with your 3 meals plus 1–2 snacks.
- If available, choose versions with less added sugar or more real fruit.
Common Filipino dishes
Halo-halo, sago’t gulaman, fruit salad, gulaman with syrup, leche flan
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