Prepared and Processed / Canned Fruits
Sago in light syrup
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 73kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0 g/ 71g (0%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.2 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 15.5 g/ 348g (4%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.77%) |
Vit B3 | 0 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 12 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 2 mg/ 700mg (0.29%) |
Iron | 2.3 mg/ 12mg (19%) source |
Sodium | 5 mg/ 1500mg (0.33%) free |
What is this food?
Sago in light syrup is a sweet dessert made from sago pearls (tapioca-like starch) cooked and served with a light sugar syrup. It’s mainly a carbohydrate-based food, with a small amount of fat and very little fiber.
Why it matters to health
Because it’s mostly carbs and sugar, sago in syrup can quickly add energy—good if you’re having it as a planned snack, but it may raise blood sugar faster than higher-fiber snacks. It also has a bit of saturated fat (from the overall recipe), though the amount is not huge per 100 g. The sodium is low, so it’s not a major salt source. Since it has low fiber, it may not keep you full for long, so pairing it with a more filling meal or choosing smaller portions helps. Everything is okay in moderation, especially when you fit it into your daily pattern of 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small—think 1 small bowl (not a big serving) especially if you also eat other sweet snacks.
- If available, choose light syrup or ask for less syrup.
- Pair with something that adds fullness: have it after a meal, or pair with fresh fruit or plain yogurt (if you like) to balance sweetness.
- Make it an occasional treat—rotate with snacks that have fiber like fruit, nuts (small amounts), or whole-grain options.
- Watch frequency: if you eat sago dessert, try not to stack it with other sugary drinks or desserts in the same day.
Common Filipino dishes
Sago’t Gulaman, Ginataang Sago, Halo-halo (with sago pearls), Fruit Salad with Sago, Gulaman with Sago pearls
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