Prepared and Processed / Cereals and Grains
Noodles, wheat, inst, w/ flvr
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 433kcal / 2530kcal (17%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 10.4 g/ 71g (14%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 18.1 g/ 42g (43%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 57.1 g/ 348g (16%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.4 mg/ 1mg (33%) high |
Vit B2 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B3 | 1.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (7%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 25 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 114 mg/ 700mg (16%) source |
Iron | 0 mg/ 12mg (0%) |
Sodium | 1956 mg/ 1500mg (130%) |
Allergen Info
Wheat
Gluten
What is this food?
This is wheat noodles (instant noodles), usually cooked with water and sometimes with added seasoning. In a 100g serving, it’s mainly a carb-based food with some fat and a small amount of fiber.
Why it matters to health
Wheat noodles provide energy from carbohydrates, which helps fuel your day and your meals. The fiber (about 2.9g per 100g) supports digestion, but it’s not very high—so pairing with vegetables and protein is important. However, this type of noodles can be high in sodium (about 1956mg) and also higher in saturated fat (about 8.35g) depending on the brand and how it’s prepared. Too much sodium can make it harder to manage blood pressure, and too much saturated fat can affect heart health over time—so it’s best to enjoy it in a balanced way within your daily eating pattern.
Healthier tips
- Use instant noodles as an occasional meal or snack, not every day—especially if you’re also eating salty viands.
- Boost the bowl: add vegetables (e.g., cabbage, carrots, spinach) and protein (egg, tofu, chicken, or tuna) to make it more filling.
- Watch the seasoning: if the packet is very salty, use half or add less, then adjust with herbs/pepper.
- Portion matters: aim for a smaller serving (e.g., half pack) and pair with a side like fruit or a yogurt drink.
- Balance the rest of the day: if you eat noodles for one meal, choose lower-sodium foods for the next meals and drink enough water.
Common Filipino dishes
Instant pancit canton, pancit bihon, sotanghon (glass noodles) soup, spaghetti with noodles, mami
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