Sugars and Sweets / Confectionery
Fudge, yam
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 349kcal / 2530kcal (13%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 8 g/ 71g (11%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.5 g/ 42g (3%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 75.9 g/ 348g (21%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.6 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.09%) |
Vit B1 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B2 | 0.13 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B3 | 0.3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 120 mg/ 750mg (16%) source |
Phosphorus | 111 mg/ 700mg (15%) |
Iron | 3 mg/ 12mg (25%) source |
Sodium | 163 mg/ 1500mg (10%) |
What is this food?
Fudge made from yam (a sweet, dessert-like spread or candy). It’s mainly a sweetener made with yam and sugar, so it’s high in carbohydrates and sugar.
Why it matters to health
This fudge gives quick energy from carbohydrates (about 75.9g per 100g) and has some fat (about 1.5g, with saturated fat about 0.93g). It also contains a lot of sugar (about 58.6g) and very little fiber (0g), so it can raise blood sugar faster and may leave you less full compared to higher-fiber snacks. It has a small amount of sodium (about 163mg) and some cholesterol (about 4mg). If you enjoy it, it’s best to keep portions small and treat it as an occasional sweet, especially if you’re having it alongside other carb-heavy foods in the day.
Healthier tips
- Keep it as a small portion (e.g., a few pieces or 1–2 tablespoons) and pair it with a more filling snack like fruit or plain yogurt to balance your meal/snack.
- Since it’s low in fiber, try not to make it your main snack—use it after meals instead of between meals when you can.
- Watch the rest of the day’s carbs: if you have rice, bread, or noodles, reduce the amount of other sweet treats so your total sugar stays reasonable.
- Choose options with less added sugar when available, or mix small amounts into oatmeal/fruit for a lighter sweet taste.
Common Filipino dishes
Ube halaya, yam cake (kakanin-style), ginataang kamote, sweet potato dessert, cassava cake
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