Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds / Nuts
Chestnut, roasted Nutrition Facts
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 75% | |
| Calories | 256kcal / 2530kcal (10%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 1.2 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 56.4 g/ 348g (16%) | ||||||
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Protein | 5 g/ 71g (7%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vitamin C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.18 mg/ 1mg (15%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.18 mg/ 1mg (13%) |
Vitamin B3 | 1.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (8%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 29 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Iron | 1.3 mg/ 12mg (10%) |
Phosphorus | 80 mg/ 700mg (11%) |
Sodium | 5 mg/ 1500mg (0.33%) free |
Some descriptions on this page are generated with AI assistance to make nutrition information easier to understand. Nutritional data comes from trusted sources like DOST-FNRI and USDA.
What is this food?
AI-assisted Roasted chestnuts (100g).
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Chestnuts are a filling snack because they provide carbohydrates for energy and dietary fiber (about 5.5g per 100g), which can help keep you full and support healthy digestion. They also have a small amount of fat (about 1.2g) with some saturated fat (about 0.23g). The sugar content is moderate (about 11.3g), so it’s best to pair them with a balanced snack (like fruit or yogurt) rather than eating a large portion alone. Sodium is very low (about 5mg), which is good for everyday choices. Since chestnuts are energy-dense, keeping portions reasonable helps you fit them well into your 3 meals + 1–2 snacks routine.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - Keep a practical portion: try 1 small handful (about 30–50g) per snack, especially if you’re also having rice or bread at meals.
- Pair with protein or fiber to stay satisfied longer: e.g., chestnuts with plain yogurt, fresh fruit, or a small serving of cheese.
- Choose roasted (not heavily sweetened) versions when possible, and avoid adding extra sugar.
- If you’re watching blood sugar, enjoy chestnuts as a snack and balance the rest of the day with more vegetables and lean protein.
Common Filipino dishes
Roasted chestnuts as a snack, Ginataang Bilo-Bilo (topping idea), Turon with chestnut filling (variation), Chestnut-based kakanin (variation), Sweet potato and chestnut snack mix (variation)
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