Meat and Poultry / Red Meat
Corned beef, cnd
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 168kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 17.9 g/ 71g (25%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 10.7 g/ 42g (25%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.35 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.05%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (9%) |
Vit B3 | 1.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (9%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 5 mg/ 750mg (0.67%) |
Phosphorus | 105 mg/ 700mg (15%) |
Iron | 1.9 mg/ 12mg (15%) |
Potassium | 89 mg/ 2000mg (4%) |
Sodium | 567 mg/ 1500mg (37%) |
Zinc | 4.1 mg/ 7mg (63%) high |
What is this food?
Corned beef (canned), a ready-to-eat processed meat usually served with rice and eggs or mixed into meals.
Why it matters to health
Corned beef is a good source of protein, which helps keep you full and supports muscle maintenance—useful for your daily meals and snacks. However, this canned version tends to be high in sodium (567 mg per 100 g) and also has saturated fat (4.51 g) and cholesterol (68 mg). Eating it often or in big portions can make it harder to manage blood pressure and heart health. Since it has 0 g carbs and no fiber, it works best when paired with vegetables and other fiber-rich foods for better overall balance.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small: think about using it as a side protein (e.g., 1/4–1/2 cup cooked or a few tablespoons per meal), not the main bulk of the plate.
- Balance your plate: add 1–2 cups of vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, ampalaya, carrots) and include a fiber source like brown rice, kamote, or whole grains if you’re having rice.
- Watch sodium: if the corned beef is very salty, you can rinse briefly and drain before cooking (if your product allows), and avoid adding extra salty sauces.
- Use it less often: rotate with other proteins like fish, eggs, tofu, chicken, or beans so you still get variety across the week.
- For snacks: if you’re craving it, choose lighter options (like eggs + veggies) instead of eating corned beef straight as a frequent snack.
Common Filipino dishes
Corned beef with rice, Corned beef hash, Torta with corned beef, Corned beef and egg, Corned beef sinangag
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