Prepared and Processed / Instant Foods
Chicken noodle broth, inst
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 61kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.7 g/ 71g (2%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.8 g/ 42g (4%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 9.5 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 1.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.18%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B3 | 0.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (2%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 8 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 14 mg/ 700mg (2%) |
Iron | 0.7 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Sodium | 2338 mg/ 1500mg (155%) |
What is this food?
Chicken noodle broth (about 100g). It’s a warm soup where chicken flavor is the base, with noodles and some broth ingredients.
Why it matters to health
This can be comforting and filling, and it provides carbohydrates (from noodles) for energy. It also has protein from chicken (though not listed here, it’s typically part of the dish). However, it can be sodium-heavy (about 2338 mg per 100g), and it may also be higher in saturated fat (0.970 g) depending on how it’s prepared. Too much sodium regularly can make it harder to manage blood pressure, so it’s best to balance it within your day. The good side: the broth can help you eat a meal with more liquid and can be a good option for one of your meals or a snack-sized bowl—everything in moderation and not every day in large portions.
Healthier tips
- Choose a smaller bowl (or share) and pair it with a side of non-starchy vegetables (like pechay, cabbage, or kangkong) to add fiber.
- Ask for less noodles or add more veggies so you get more volume per calorie.
- Watch the sodium: if you’re having broth, try to keep the rest of your day lighter on salty foods (instant noodles, processed meats, chicharon).
- If you’re cooking at home, use low-sodium broth or reduce added seasoning, and skim off excess fat if it’s oily.
- Fit it into your routine: enjoy it as one of your 3 meals, and keep snacks mostly fruit or yogurt to balance the day.
Common Filipino dishes
Chicken mami, arroz caldo, goto (beef tripe soup), sopas, pancit canton
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