Prepared and Processed / Instant Foods
Pasta, spaghetti, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 156kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 5.5 g/ 71g (7%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.1 g/ 42g (0.24%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 33.3 g/ 348g (9%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.77%) |
Vit B3 | 0.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (2%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 9 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 7 mg/ 700mg (1%) |
Iron | 0.9 mg/ 12mg (7%) |
Sodium | 1 mg/ 1500mg (0.07%) free |
Allergen Info
Gluten
What is this food?
Boiled pasta/spaghetti. This is a starchy carb food made from wheat, usually served as a main dish or paired with ulam (viand) and vegetables.
Why it matters to health
Pasta gives you energy because it has 33.3 g carbohydrates per 100 g. It also has a bit of dietary fiber (1.9 g) to support digestion, and low fat (0.1 g) with very low saturated fat. The sodium is low (1 mg) in plain boiled pasta, but your overall sodium can increase a lot depending on the sauce (e.g., salty tomato sauce, cheese, or processed toppings). For balance, pair it with protein and vegetables so your meals stay filling and more nutrient-complete.
Healthier tips
- Use pasta as your carb portion for one full meal (e.g., lunch or dinner), then add lean protein (chicken, fish, tofu, eggs) and non-starchy veggies (broccoli, carrots, cabbage, mushrooms).
- Choose more fiber by adding vegetables and, if available, trying whole-wheat or higher-fiber pasta.
- Watch the sauce: go lighter on salty sauces and cheese; add flavor with herbs, garlic, onion, and a bit of olive oil instead.
- For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), keep pasta to a meal, not a frequent snack, and balance it across the week.
Common Filipino dishes
Spaghetti, Pancit Canton, Macaroni Salad, Baked Macaroni, Lasagna
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