Prepared and Processed / Frozen Desserts
Halu-halo, w/ ice
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 82kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1 g/ 71g (1%) |
Total Fat | 0.3 g/ 42g (0.71%) low |
Total Carbs | 18.7 g/ 348g (5%) |
Vitamins
Vit A | 1.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.18%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0.63%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 26 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 23 mg/ 700mg (3%) |
Iron | 0 mg/ 12mg (0%) |
What is this food?
Halu-halo with ice is a sweet Filipino dessert made with mixed ingredients (often shaved ice, sweet beans/fruit, and other toppings) served cold. In a 100 g serving, it provides about 82 kcal and roughly 18.7 g carbohydrates with 0.3 g fat.
Why it matters to health
Because halu-halo is mostly carbohydrate-rich, it can give quick energy—especially if you’re having it as a snack. However, the sweetness and toppings can also raise your overall sugar and calorie intake for the day, so it’s best to enjoy it in a way that fits your usual 3 full meals + 1–2 snacks schedule. Choosing the right portion helps you still get enjoyment without crowding out more nutrient-dense foods like fruits, vegetables, and viands.
Healthier tips
- Keep the serving smaller (for example, choose the smaller cup size) so it stays a snack, not a full meal.
- Ask for less syrup/sweet toppings if available, or choose versions with more fruit/beans and fewer sugary add-ons.
- Pair it with a balanced snack: if you eat halu-halo, consider skipping another very sweet snack later.
- Enjoy it after meals or earlier in the day so you’re not adding too many calories close to bedtime.
Common Filipino dishes
Halo-halo, sago’t gulaman, gulaman with fruit, ice buko, maja blanca
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