Sugars and Sweets / Confectionery
Fudge, milk
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 370kcal / 2530kcal (14%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 9.9 g/ 71g (13%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.4 g/ 42g (3%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 79.5 g/ 348g (22%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.6 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.09%) |
Vit B1 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B2 | 0.38 mg/ 1mg (29%) source |
Vit B3 | 0.3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 370 mg/ 750mg (49%) high |
Phosphorus | 224 mg/ 700mg (32%) high |
Iron | 0.6 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Sodium | 173 mg/ 1500mg (11%) |
Allergen Info
Milk
What is this food?
Fudge made with milk—sweet, creamy dessert/sweetener. In a 100 g serving, it’s high in sugar and carbohydrates, with small amounts of fat and saturated fat.
Why it matters to health
Fudge can be a quick treat because it provides energy (carbohydrates) and taste satisfaction, but it also comes with a lot of sugar (about 62 g per 100 g). Too much added sugar too often can make it harder to manage daily calorie intake and can affect blood sugar control. It also has saturated fat (about 0.87 g) and sodium (about 173 mg), which are better kept in balance—especially if you already get these from other snacks or processed foods. The good part: if you enjoy it in small portions and not every day, it can fit into a balanced eating pattern (3 meals + 1–2 snacks).
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small: try 1–2 small squares or about 20–30 g, especially if you’re having it as a snack.
- Pair it with something filling to balance the snack (e.g., a glass of milk or yogurt, or a piece of fruit) so you’re not relying only on sugar.
- Choose less frequent treats: reserve fudge for occasional cravings rather than everyday.
- Watch the rest of the day: if you have fudge, keep other snacks lighter (less sweet drinks, pastries, or candies).
- If you’re making it at home, consider reducing added sugar or using less sweet ingredients to lower the sugar load.
Common Filipino dishes
Fudge (milk-based sweets), leche flan, maja blanca, yema, chocolate cake
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