Herbs and Spices / Spices
Salt, coarse
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0 g/ 71g (0%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0 g/ 42g (0%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B3 | 0 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 267 mg/ 750mg (35%) high |
Phosphorus | 27 mg/ 700mg (3%) |
Iron | 5.5 mg/ 12mg (45%) high |
Sodium | 34836 mg/ 1500mg (2322%) |
What is this food?
Coarse salt (salt used for seasoning and adding flavor to food).
Why it matters to health
Salt mainly provides sodium. Sodium helps balance fluids in the body, but too much can raise blood pressure over time. Since this is a seasoning (not eaten in large amounts), the key is how much you add during cooking and at the table. For everyday meals, keeping sodium within a reasonable level supports heart health and helps you avoid feeling thirsty or bloated from salty food. Everything in moderation—salt can be part of a tasty diet, especially when balanced with vegetables, fruits, and proper portions of rice and ulam.
Healthier tips
- Use less salt in cooking; taste first before adding more.
- Boost flavor with garlic, onion, ginger, calamansi, vinegar, herbs, and spices (like paminta, bay leaves) instead of extra salt.
- Be mindful of salty condiments (toyo, patis, bagoong, instant seasoning). If you use them, reduce added salt.
- For 3 full meals + 1–2 snacks: keep salty dishes (e.g., soup, fried viands, processed toppings) to not every meal, and pair them with more fresh vegetables.
- If you’re cooking for the family, consider serving a small salt portion on the side so each person can adjust to their taste.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang, Tinola, Adobo, Sinangag, Fried fish, Kare-kare
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