Prepared and Processed / Cereals and Grains
Rice, crispies
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 373kcal / 2530kcal (14%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 3 g/ 71g (4%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.6 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 88.8 g/ 348g (25%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0.11 mg/ 1mg (8%) |
Vit B3 | 0.9 mg NE/ 16mg NE (5%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 119 mg/ 750mg (15%) |
Phosphorus | 41 mg/ 700mg (5%) |
Iron | 1.8 mg/ 12mg (15%) |
Sodium | 519 mg/ 1500mg (34%) |
What is this food?
Rice crispies (usually sweetened or flavored), a crunchy snack made from rice that’s been processed and often has added sugar and salt.
Why it matters to health
Rice crispies are mainly carbohydrates, so they can help give quick energy—useful for active days or as a snack between meals. However, per 100g they also have high sodium (519 mg) and some sugar (9.7 g), plus low fiber (0.4 g). This means they’re easier to overeat and may not keep you full as long compared with higher-fiber snacks. The good part: they’re low in fat (0.6 g) and have no cholesterol, but the sodium and sugar are the main things to watch, especially if you snack often.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a snack, not a main meal—aim for about 1 small bowl/handful (check your package serving size).
- Pair it with a protein or fiber to stay full longer: add milk or yogurt, or pair with fruit like banana/berries, or have it with hard-boiled eggs.
- Choose less sweet or less salty versions when available.
- For your daily pattern (3 full meals + 1–2 snacks), keep rice crispies to one snack and balance the other snack with something higher in fiber (e.g., nuts in small portions, fruit, or veggies).
- Drink water with it, especially if it’s salty.
Common Filipino dishes
Arroz Caldo, Sinangag (Garlic Fried Rice), Champorado, Lugaw, Arroz Valenciana
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