Prepared and Processed / Packaged Snacks
Chips, corn, taco & bbq flvr
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 527kcal / 2530kcal (20%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 4.2 g/ 71g (5%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 29 g/ 42g (69%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 62.4 g/ 348g (17%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 1.93 mg/ 1mg (160%) high |
Vit B2 | 0.15 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vit B3 | 2.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (15%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 165 mg/ 750mg (22%) source |
Phosphorus | 70 mg/ 700mg (10%) |
Iron | 4.4 mg/ 12mg (36%) high |
Sodium | 758 mg/ 1500mg (50%) |
Allergen Info
Corn
What is this food?
This is a flavored chips/corn snack (corn, taco, and bbq flavor). It’s mainly a carb-based snack with added fat and sodium for taste.
Why it matters to health
Per 100 g, it has high calories (527 kcal), high total fat (29 g) with high saturated fat (15.23 g), and high sodium (758 mg). It also provides carbohydrates (62.4 g) and some fiber (5.2 g), which can help you feel fuller than a very plain snack. Since it’s energy-dense and salty, having it too often or in big portions can make it easier to exceed daily calorie and sodium needs, and the saturated fat can be harder on heart health when consumed regularly. The good part: when you fit it into your day and keep portions in check, it can still be part of a balanced eating pattern.
Healthier tips
- Use it as an occasional snack, not a daily default.
- Portion guide: aim for a small handful (about 20–30 g) instead of eating straight from the pack.
- Pair it with a fiber- and water-rich option: fresh fruit (banana, apple, orange) or cucumber/tomato on the side.
- Balance your day: if you have chips in one snack, choose a lighter snack for the other (e.g., yogurt, boiled egg, or fruit) so your 3 meals + 1–2 snacks stay balanced.
- Watch the “treat effect”: if you’re also having rice or noodles at meals, keep the chips snack portion smaller.
Common Filipino dishes
Pancit Canton, Kare-Kare, Adobo, Sinigang, Lechon Kawali, Fried Lumpia
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