Cereals and Grains / Whole Grains
Rice gruel w/ choc & milk
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 97kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.7 g/ 71g (2%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.2 g/ 42g (0.48%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 22 g/ 348g (6%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.11%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.07 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B3 | 0.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 27 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 34 mg/ 700mg (4%) |
Iron | 0 mg/ 12mg (0%) |
Sodium | 13 mg/ 1500mg (0.87%) very low |
Allergen Info
Milk
What is this food?
Rice gruel with chocolate and milk (often like a sweet lugaw/porridge). It’s mainly a carb-based meal/snack from rice, with sweetness and extra flavor from chocolate and milk.
Why it matters to health
This food gives quick energy from carbohydrates (about 22 g per 100 g). It also has a small amount of fiber (0.7 g) to help with fullness. The milk adds some fat (about 0.2 g total fat, with 0.11 g saturated fat) and a little cholesterol, while the chocolate contributes sugar (4.8 g). Sodium is low (13 mg), which is good. The main health focus is balance: since it’s sweet and carb-heavy, it’s best as a snack or light meal and not the only thing you eat all day.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions smaller if you’re having it as a snack—pair with a protein source (e.g., boiled egg, tofu, or a small serving of fish) to stay fuller.
- Choose less-sweet chocolate or use a smaller amount of chocolate syrup/powder; you can also add cinnamon or cocoa for flavor without extra sugar.
- For a more balanced bowl, add fruit on the side (banana slices or berries) instead of adding more sweet toppings.
- If you’re having it for breakfast, balance the rest of your day with vegetables at lunch/dinner and include lean protein during meals.
- Watch frequency: enjoy it occasionally, especially if you’re also having rice-heavy meals (3 full meals + 1–2 snacks daily).
Common Filipino dishes
Champorado, Lugaw (plain rice porridge), Arroz Caldo, Mami (rice/noodle soup), Champorado with banana
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