Sugars and Sweets / Confectionery
Gurgurya
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 515kcal / 2530kcal (20%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 6.7 g/ 71g (9%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 26.5 g/ 42g (63%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 62.4 g/ 348g (17%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 4.5 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.64%) |
Vit B1 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vit B2 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B3 | 2.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (13%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 18 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 50 mg/ 700mg (7%) |
Iron | 4.2 mg/ 12mg (35%) source |
Sodium | 560 mg/ 1500mg (37%) |
What is this food?
Gurgurya (sweetened, usually grated/processed root-based snack or ingredient). It’s commonly used as a sweetener or dessert-like treat.
Why it matters to health
Gurgurya can give quick energy because it has a good amount of carbohydrates and sugar (about 62.4 g carbs and 38.2 g sugar per 100 g). It also has some fat (26.5 g, with 6.8 g saturated fat) and sodium (560 mg). For health, the main things to watch are added sugar (too much can make it easier to overeat calories) and saturated fat and sodium (these can be less ideal in large amounts). The good part: it has a small amount of fiber (2.4 g), which can help with fullness when paired with balanced meals.
Healthier tips
- Keep it as an occasional snack, not a daily sweet—especially if you already have rice, bread, or other carb-heavy foods in your day.
- Use a smaller serving (for example, a few tablespoons or a small portion) and pair it with something that adds protein and fiber, like plain milk/yogurt, nuts, or fruit.
- If you’re having gurgurya after a full meal, consider making it a snack-sized portion so it won’t add too much sugar and calories.
- Balance the rest of the day: choose more vegetables and lean protein for your main meals (3 meals + 1–2 snacks).
- Everything is okay in moderation; the goal is to enjoy it without crowding out nutrient-rich foods.
Common Filipino dishes
Gulaman, Halo-halo, Turon, Ginataang bilo-bilo, Cassava cake
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