Prepared and Processed / Cereals and Grains
Rice prep (glutinous), tupig
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 300kcal / 2530kcal (11%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 3.6 g/ 71g (5%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 2.6 g/ 42g (6%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 65.6 g/ 348g (18%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B2 | 0.03 mg/ 1mg (2%) |
Vit B3 | 1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 21 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 49 mg/ 700mg (7%) |
Iron | 0.6 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Sodium | 11 mg/ 1500mg (0.73%) very low |
What is this food?
This is tupig made from glutinous rice (rice cake cooked/steamed and often wrapped in banana leaves). It’s a sweet, sticky rice snack or dessert.
Why it matters to health
Tupig is mainly carbohydrates, so it can give you energy—helpful if you’re having it as a snack between meals. It also has some fiber (about 2.3 g per 100 g), which supports healthy digestion. However, the nutrient data shows higher saturated fat (2.21 g) and some sugar (13.9 g), so it’s best to keep portions in check, especially if you also eat rice at your main meals. Sodium is relatively low here (11 mg), which is a plus. If you’re watching cholesterol or heart health, choosing smaller servings and balancing with fruit or water helps.
Healthier tips
- Keep it as a snack, not a full replacement for rice at meals.
- Try a smaller portion (e.g., 1–2 small pieces) and pair it with water or unsweetened drinks.
- Add balance: have it with fresh fruit (banana, mango, or berries) or a side of non-starchy veggies if you’re eating it as a merienda-plus.
- If you make tupig at home, consider using less added sugar and keep toppings light.
- Since you’ll likely have 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks daily, plan your day so you don’t stack too many sweet carbs in one go.
- Enjoy it regularly by keeping frequency and portion in mind—no food is strictly bad when eaten in the right amount.
Common Filipino dishes
Tupig, Bibingka, Puto, Suman, Kakanin (rice cakes)
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