Prepared and Processed / Canned Fruits
Jelly, strawberry
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 255kcal / 2530kcal (10%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.1 g/ 71g (0.14%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 61.4 g/ 348g (17%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B3 | 0 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 20 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 1 mg/ 700mg (0.14%) |
Iron | 0.5 mg/ 12mg (4%) |
Sodium | 27 mg/ 1500mg (1%) very low |
What is this food?
Strawberry jelly (sweet fruit jelly). It’s basically a sweet spread or dessert made from strawberry flavoring and sugar, usually eaten in small portions as a topping or snack.
Why it matters to health
Jelly can be a quick, tasty add-on, but it’s mostly carbohydrates and sugar. In 100 g, it has about 45.7 g sugar and 61.4 g total carbs, with small fiber (0.9 g). It also has low fat (about 1 g total; 0.25 g saturated) and low sodium (27 mg). Because it’s high in sugar and calories (255 kcal per 100 g), it’s best to enjoy it in small amounts, especially if you’re having it alongside other sweet items in your day (like merienda pastries or drinks).
Healthier tips
- Use a small serving (e.g., a thin layer on bread or a spoonful on yogurt), not a full bowl.
- Pair it with protein or fiber to balance your snack—try it with plain yogurt, milk, or nuts.
- Choose less-sweet options when available (lower sugar, “no added sugar” varieties).
- Watch your total sweetness for the day: if you have jelly, keep other merienda items and sweet drinks lighter.
- If you’re having it for snacks, aim for it as part of your 1–2 snacks only, not with every meal.
Common Filipino dishes
Strawberry jelly, fruit salad with jelly, jelly-filled pastries, jelly-topped bread, sago’t gulaman with fruit jelly
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