Dairy Products / Milk
Milk, evaporated, filled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 120kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 7.6 g/ 71g (10%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 4.8 g/ 42g (11%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 11.6 g/ 348g (3%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 10.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (1%) |
Vit B1 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B2 | 0.46 mg/ 1mg (35%) high |
Vit B3 | 0.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 371 mg/ 750mg (49%) high |
Phosphorus | 194 mg/ 700mg (27%) high |
Iron | 0.1 mg/ 12mg (0.83%) |
Sodium | 123 mg/ 1500mg (8%) |
Allergen Info
Milk
What is this food?
Evaporated milk (filled), a canned milk product made by removing some water from milk. It’s often used in desserts, drinks, and savory dishes to add a creamy taste and texture.
Why it matters to health
Evaporated milk can help you get calories and fat for energy and a creamy mouthfeel. It also provides sugar (about 10g per 100g) and sodium (about 123mg per 100g), so it’s best to keep portions in mind—especially if you’re watching sugar or salt. It contains saturated fat (about 2.9g per 100g) and cholesterol (about 18mg per 100g), which means frequent large servings may not be ideal for heart health. The good news: you can still enjoy it as part of a balanced day when used in reasonable amounts.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a flavor/creamer, not as the main drink—try smaller amounts per serving.
- If you’re having 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks, fit evaporated milk into one meal/snack and balance the rest with lean protein and fiber-rich foods (vegetables, fruits, whole grains).
- For drinks like coffee or shakes, consider mixing with water or low-fat milk to reduce added sugar and saturated fat.
- Choose recipes where it’s paired with fruit, oats, or whole-grain ingredients instead of extra sugar-heavy toppings.
- Watch the sodium if the dish already has salty ingredients (e.g., processed meats, salty sauces).
Common Filipino dishes
Buko pandan, leche flan, crema de fruta, macapuno float, ginataang halo-halo, arroz caldo
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