Fats and Oils / Vegetable Oils
Oil, corn
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 896kcal / 2530kcal (35%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0 g/ 71g (0%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 99.6 g/ 42g (237%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.77%) |
Vit B3 | 0 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 33 mg/ 750mg (4%) |
Phosphorus | 0 mg/ 700mg (0%) |
Iron | 0.2 mg/ 12mg (1%) |
Sodium | 0 mg/ 1500mg (0%) free |
Allergen Info
Corn
What is this food?
Corn oil (oil made from corn). It’s a cooking fat used to fry, sauté, and add flavor.
Why it matters to health
Corn oil is mostly fat, so it’s energy-dense. It provides unsaturated fats for everyday meals, but it can also be high in saturated fat depending on the type and how much you use. Since it has no fiber, sugar, or carbohydrates, it won’t help you feel full the way vegetables, fruits, or whole grains do. Too much oil in the day can raise your total calorie intake, which may affect weight management over time. Everything in moderation—using the right amount helps you enjoy the taste without overdoing calories.
Healthier tips
- Use a measured amount (for example, 1–2 teaspoons per serving) instead of “pouring by eye.”
- Choose cooking methods that use less oil when possible: stir-fry with a splash, sauté with nonstick pan, grilling, steaming, or baking.
- Balance your meals: pair with vegetables, lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu), and rice or carbs in a reasonable portion so oil doesn’t become the main source of calories.
- For snacks, avoid repeatedly adding oil (e.g., multiple fried items in the same day). Aim for 3 full meals plus 1–2 lighter snacks.
Common Filipino dishes
Fried chicken, lumpia (spring rolls), tocino, adobo (fried version), pritong isda (fried fish), garlic fried rice
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