What is this food?
Vanilla pudding (sweet dessert).
Why it matters to health
This pudding is mostly carbohydrates and sugar, with about 42.3 g sugar per 100 g and 61.8 g total carbs. It also has a small amount of fat (1.5 g) and saturated fat (0.4 g), plus sodium (354 mg). For health, it can fit into your day as a snack or dessert, but frequent or large servings may add up calories and sugar, which can affect blood sugar and weight over time—especially if your other meals are also sweet or starchy.
Healthier tips
- Keep it to a small serving (for example, 1/2 cup) and enjoy it after a main meal rather than as a stand-alone snack.
- Pair with something that adds fiber and fullness like fresh fruit (e.g., banana, berries) or a small serving of plain yogurt if available.
- Watch your day’s total sweets: if you have pudding, choose less sweet snacks for the rest of the day.
- If you’re cooking at home, try using less sugar or choose pudding versions with lower sugar when available.
- For sodium, balance your day: choose meals that are not overly salty (less instant noodles, processed snacks).
Common Filipino dishes
Halo-halo, leche flan, maja blanca, crema de fruta, sago’t gulaman