Meat and Poultry / Poultry
Chicken intestine
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 41% |
| Calories | 155kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 13 g/ 71g (18%) | ||||
Total Fat | 11.4 g/ 42g (27%) | ||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||
Vitamins
Vit A | 1.5 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.21%) |
Vit B1 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B2 | 0.44 mg/ 1mg (33%) high |
Vit B3 | 2.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (16%) source |
Vit C | 16 mg/ 70mg (22%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 28 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 210 mg/ 700mg (30%) source |
Iron | 1.1 mg/ 12mg (9%) |
Sodium | 24 mg/ 1500mg (1%) very low |
What is this food?
Chicken intestine (often cooked as “isaw” or similar street-style dishes). It’s mainly a protein food, with little to no carbohydrates.
Why it matters to health
Chicken intestine can help you meet your daily protein needs, which supports body repair and helps you feel full. However, it also tends to be higher in total fat and saturated fat, so it’s best to keep portions reasonable. It also has some sodium, so frequent large servings may add up, especially if you’re also eating salty viands in your other meals.
Healthier tips
- Keep it as an occasional protein, not a daily staple.
- Choose smaller portions (e.g., a few pieces) and pair it with fiber-rich sides like atchara, ensaladang gulay, or fresh vegetables.
- Go for grilled or lightly cooked versions; avoid heavy batter and extra oily sauces.
- Watch the sodium: if it’s served with salty condiments, use less.
- For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), balance it by choosing leaner viands for the other meals.
Common Filipino dishes
Isaw, Dinuguan, Chicken intestines in adobo-style sauce, Betamax (street-style), Kinilaw na bituka
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