Meat and Poultry / Exotic Meats
Sausage, Vienna
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 163kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 8.8 g/ 71g (12%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 10.5 g/ 42g (25%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 8.4 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 4.9 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.7%) |
Vit B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B2 | 0.11 mg/ 1mg (8%) |
Vit B3 | 1.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (9%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 63 mg/ 750mg (8%) |
Phosphorus | 105 mg/ 700mg (15%) |
Iron | 1.4 mg/ 12mg (11%) |
Potassium | 87 mg/ 2000mg (4%) |
Sodium | 730 mg/ 1500mg (48%) |
Zinc | 1 mg/ 7mg (15%) |
What is this food?
Vienna sausage is a processed meat product (usually pork-based) that’s often eaten as a quick protein for snacks or meals.
Why it matters to health
Per 100 g, it has about 163 kcal and provides protein, but it’s also relatively high in saturated fat (3.84 g) and sodium (730 mg), with cholesterol (45 mg). It has a small amount of carbs (8.4 g) and little to no fiber (0 g), so it won’t keep you full as long as meals with vegetables and whole grains. When eaten regularly in bigger portions, high sodium and saturated fat can add up—so it’s best to balance it with fiber-rich foods and not make it a daily staple.
Healthier tips
- Use it as an occasional add-on (like for flavor), not the main protein every day.
- Pair it with vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, carrots, tomatoes) and high-fiber carbs (brown rice, whole wheat bread, or kamote) to improve fullness.
- For snacks, keep portions small (about 1/2–1 small serving) and add fruit or a veggie side.
- Choose lower-sodium options when available, and avoid frequent “sauce-heavy” pairings.
- Drink water and aim for your usual 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks, so processed foods don’t replace balanced meals.
Common Filipino dishes
Vienna sausage with rice, spaghetti with Vienna sausage, egg and Vienna sausage sandwich, stir-fried Vienna sausage with vegetables, pancit with Vienna sausage
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