What is this food?
Custard pudding with chocolate (choco) — a sweet dessert made mainly from sugar and carbs, with a small amount of fat.
Why it matters to health
This dessert can fit into your day, especially if you enjoy it after meals or as an occasional snack. It provides quick energy from carbohydrates, but it’s also relatively high in sugar (12.2 g per 100 g) and has low fiber (0 g), so it may not keep you full for long. The good part: it has a small amount of fat (0.8 g), but the main thing to watch is the sugar and overall portion so it doesn’t crowd out more filling, nutrient-rich foods like vegetables, fruits, and viands.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small: try 1/2 cup or less, especially if you already had rice or bread in the same meal.
- Pair with something filling: have it after a balanced meal (with ulam/protein and vegetables) or with a glass of milk/unsweetened yogurt.
- Choose lower-sugar options when available (less chocolate syrup, less added sugar).
- Since it’s a sweet snack, plan it for 1 snack slot (not both snacks) to avoid too much sugar in the day.
Common Filipino dishes
Chocolate custard pudding, leche flan, maja blanca, sago’t gulaman, bibingka