Prepared and Processed / Canned Seafood
Fish ball
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 121kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 8.6 g/ 71g (12%) | ||||
Total Fat | 0.5 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||||
Total Carbs | 20.6 g/ 348g (5%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 1.5 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.21%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B3 | 0.8 mg NE/ 16mg NE (5%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 47 mg/ 750mg (6%) |
Phosphorus | 81 mg/ 700mg (11%) |
Iron | 0.9 mg/ 12mg (7%) |
Sodium | 898 mg/ 1500mg (59%) |
Allergen Info
Fish
What is this food?
Fish ball is a processed fish-based snack made by mixing minced fish with seasonings, then forming and cooking into balls. Per 100 g, it has about 121 kcal with 20.6 g carbs, 0.5 g fat, 1.8 g sugar, and 898 mg sodium.
Why it matters to health
Fish balls can be a convenient source of protein, but they’re also usually higher in sodium and carbohydrates for the same serving. The high sodium (898 mg per 100 g) can add up quickly if you eat fish balls often, especially if you also have salty viands, instant noodles, or processed snacks in the day. Since they have low fiber (0 g), they may not keep you full as long as whole foods like fish, vegetables, or legumes. For better balance in your 3 full meals + 1–2 snacks routine, treat fish balls as a snack or occasional add-on rather than a main staple.
Healthier tips
- Choose smaller portions: start with about 1/2 cup to 1 cup (depending on size) and pair it with a filling meal, not as the only food.
- Balance the plate: add vegetables (e.g., pechay, cabbage, kangkong) and a fiber-rich side (like brown rice, beans, or a veggie-heavy soup).
- Watch the soup/condiments: if it’s in broth, go easy on extra seasoning and dip sauces to reduce total sodium.
- Keep it frequent but not daily: aim for fish balls only sometimes, and rotate with other protein snacks (boiled eggs, tuna, grilled fish).
- Pair with water or unsweetened drinks to avoid adding more sugar.
Common Filipino dishes
Fish ball in sauce, Fish ball soup, Tokwa’t fish balls, Street-style fish balls with sweet chili sauce, Pancit with fish balls
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