What is this food?
Salted whole duck egg (about 100 g). It’s a protein-rich egg that’s also higher in salt and fat because it’s salted.
Why it matters to health
Eggs like this help support your daily protein needs for muscle repair and keeping you full. They also provide cholesterol and saturated fat, and the salted version adds high sodium—so it’s best to enjoy it in sensible portions, especially if you’re watching blood pressure or heart health. The carbs are low, so it won’t spike your energy from sugar, but the sodium and saturated fat are the main things to balance with other foods in your day.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions reasonable: treat salted duck egg as a protein add-on (e.g., 1 egg per meal or share), not the main focus of every meal.
- Balance your plate: pair with non-starchy vegetables (like ampalaya, pechay, talong, kangkong) and a moderate serving of rice or other carbs.
- Watch your sodium across the day: if you eat salted egg for breakfast, choose lighter-salt options for lunch and dinner.
- For snacks (1–2 per day), pick lower-salt snacks like fruit or unsalted nuts instead of more processed/salty foods.
- Hydrate well and include fiber-rich foods (vegetables, fruits) to support overall gut health.
Common Filipino dishes
Salted egg with rice, Salted egg yolk pasta, Ginisang salted egg (with vegetables), Salted egg shrimp, Salted egg fried rice