Beverages / Flavored Waters
Gelatin drink, w/ MLP
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 63kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.9 g/ 71g (1%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.8 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 13 g/ 348g (3%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 2.65 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.38%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B3 | 0.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0.63%) |
Vit C | 2 mg/ 70mg (2%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 47 mg/ 750mg (6%) |
Phosphorus | 26 mg/ 700mg (3%) |
Iron | 0.1 mg/ 12mg (0.83%) |
Sodium | 21 mg/ 1500mg (1%) very low |
What is this food?
Gelatin drink (with milk powder/MLP). It’s a sweet, thickened dessert drink made from gelatin, usually served chilled.
Why it matters to health
Per 100g, it has about 63 kcal, with 13g carbohydrates and 14.6g sugar. It also has a small amount of dietary fiber (1.6g), which can help with fullness, and 0.8g fat with 0.3g saturated fat. The sodium is relatively low (21mg), and cholesterol is minimal (2mg). Since it’s mainly a sweet drink, it’s best to enjoy it as an occasional treat—especially if you’re watching sugar intake—while still fitting into your daily meals and snacks.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small (e.g., treat it as a snack, not a full meal).
- Pair with something that adds fiber/protein, like a piece of fruit or a small serving of yogurt, to balance your snack.
- If you make it at home, consider using less sugar or choosing lower-sugar mixes.
- Because it has sugar, try not to have it every day—aim for frequency over quantity (e.g., 1–2 times per week depending on your overall diet).
- When you drink it, remember your daily pattern: 3 full meals + 1–2 snacks—so adjust the rest of your snacks accordingly.
Common Filipino dishes
Fruit salad with nata de coco, gulaman (gelatin) with fruit, sago’t gulaman, leche flan, halo-halo
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