Meat and Poultry / Processed Meats
Sausage, frankfurter
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 208kcal / 2530kcal (8%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 13.3 g/ 71g (18%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 15.1 g/ 42g (35%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 4.8 g/ 348g (1%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 5.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.82%) |
Vit B1 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B2 | 0.16 mg/ 1mg (12%) |
Vit B3 | 2.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (13%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 67 mg/ 750mg (8%) |
Phosphorus | 110 mg/ 700mg (15%) |
Iron | 2.3 mg/ 12mg (19%) source |
Sodium | 899 mg/ 1500mg (59%) |
What is this food?
Sausage (frankfurter) is a processed meat usually made from ground meat mixed with salt, seasonings, and sometimes curing ingredients, then cooked or smoked. Per 100g, it provides protein but also comes with noticeable fat and sodium.
Why it matters to health
This food can help you meet your protein needs, which supports fullness and muscle maintenance. However, it’s also higher in saturated fat (4.88g per 100g) and sodium (899mg per 100g), and it has cholesterol (53mg per 100g). Too much processed meat and high sodium over time can make it harder to keep heart health and blood pressure in a good range. The good part: it has some dietary fiber (2g) and carbohydrates (4.8g), but the main things to watch are the fat and salt, especially if you eat it often.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small: treat sausage as a side protein, not the main portion of your meal.
- Pair it with fiber-rich foods (vegetables, beans, or whole grains) to balance the meal—aim for 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks a day, and include veggies at least twice daily.
- Choose less frequent servings: if you eat sausage, try not to make it a daily habit.
- Boost potassium and fiber: add a serving of fruit (like banana, orange, or guava) or non-starchy vegetables to help balance sodium intake.
- Watch what you pair it with: go lighter on salty sauces (ketchup, processed condiments) and choose water or unsweetened drinks instead of sugary drinks.
Common Filipino dishes
Hotdog sandwich, Pancit canton with hotdog, Sausage and egg breakfast, Macaroni salad with hotdog, Arroz caldo with sausage
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