Prepared and Processed / Packaged Snacks
Chips, sticks, onion flvr
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 514kcal / 2530kcal (20%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 5.4 g/ 71g (7%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 27.2 g/ 42g (64%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 62 g/ 348g (17%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.1 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.01%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.77%) |
Vit B3 | 1.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 92 mg/ 750mg (12%) |
Phosphorus | 54 mg/ 700mg (7%) |
Iron | 3.9 mg/ 12mg (32%) source |
Sodium | 944 mg/ 1500mg (62%) |
What is this food?
These are onion-flavored chips or chip sticks—fried, crunchy snacks with onion flavor.
Why it matters to health
Per 100g, they’re high in calories (514 kcal) and total fat (27.2g), including saturated fat (14.29g). They also have a lot of sodium (944mg), which can add up quickly if you snack often. On the plus side, they provide some carbohydrates (62g) for energy and a small amount of fiber (3.9g). Since they’re mainly for flavor and crunch, they’re best as an occasional snack—especially if you’re having 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks a day.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small: aim for a “snack handful” instead of eating straight from the pack.
- Pair with something that adds nutrients: have it with fresh fruit or plain yogurt, or after a meal instead of as your main snack.
- Balance your day: if you choose chips, make the other snack lighter (e.g., nuts in a small portion, fruit, or milk).
- Watch frequency: try not to have onion chips every day—give room for whole foods like fruits, veggies, and rice/ulam.
- Choose options with less salt when available, and avoid “extra” servings.
Common Filipino dishes
Chicharon, onion rings, potato chips, fish crackers (chichacorn), banana chips
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