What is this food?
Ripe mango (Manila super) — a sweet, juicy fruit. Per 100g, it has about 70 kcal, 16.4g carbs (mostly natural sugar), and 1.7g fiber.
Why it matters to health
Mango is a good choice for everyday snacking because it provides natural sweetness plus dietary fiber (1.7g per 100g), which helps you feel full and supports healthy digestion. It also has very low fat and no cholesterol. Since it has 13.8g sugar per 100g, it’s best to pair it with meals or portion it as a snack so your total daily sugar stays balanced—especially if you also eat sweet drinks or desserts.
Healthier tips
- For snacks: aim for about 1 small bowl (around 100–150g) of sliced mango, then drink water or unsweetened tea.
- Pair mango with protein or healthy fats to slow down sugar spikes—e.g., mango + plain yogurt, or mango + a small handful of nuts.
- If you make mango shake, use less sugar (or skip added sugar) and consider using milk/yogurt instead of condensed milk.
- Include it across your day: 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks—use mango as one snack, not alongside multiple sweet items.
Common Filipino dishes
Mango float, Mango shake, Fruit salad (with mango), Buko-mango salad, Sago’t gulaman with mango