Beverages / Instant Foods
Choc-flvr drink, pwdr
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 394kcal / 2530kcal (15%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 5.7 g/ 71g (8%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 3.6 g/ 42g (8%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 84.8 g/ 348g (24%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 7.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (1%) |
Vit B1 | 5.93 mg/ 1mg (494%) high |
Vit B2 | 3.72 mg/ 1mg (286%) high |
Vit B3 | 32.7 mg NE/ 16mg NE (204%) high |
Vit C | 101 mg/ 70mg (144%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 278 mg/ 750mg (37%) high |
Phosphorus | 598 mg/ 700mg (85%) high |
Iron | 40 mg/ 12mg (333%) high |
Sodium | 190 mg/ 1500mg (12%) |
What is this food?
A chocolate-flavored powdered drink. It’s usually mixed with water or milk and used like a sweet drink or dessert drink.
Why it matters to health
This drink is energy-dense and high in carbohydrates and sugar (66.7 g sugar per 100 g). It also has some fat (3.6 g total, with 1.8 g saturated fat) and a small amount of fiber (4.8 g), plus sodium (190 mg). Because it can add a lot of sugar quickly, it’s best to treat it as a sweet occasional drink—especially if you already have sweet items during the day. When enjoyed in reasonable portions, it can still fit into a balanced eating pattern (3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks), but it’s important not to make it a frequent “default” snack.
Healthier tips
- Use smaller servings: measure the powder instead of “eyeballing” to control sugar and calories.
- Mix with less sugar: if the powder is already sweet, avoid adding extra sugar or condensed milk.
- Choose water or low-fat milk depending on your needs; milk can add protein, while water keeps it lighter.
- Pair with a balanced snack: have it with fruit, nuts, or a small serving of yogurt to improve overall balance.
- Watch frequency: keep it to occasional snacks so it doesn’t crowd out nutrient-rich foods like vegetables, eggs, fish, and legumes.
Common Filipino dishes
Chocolate drink (powdered), champorado, hot chocolate, chocolate milk, chocolate-flavored oatmeal
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