Meat and Poultry / Processed Meats
Sausage, Vienna, tidbits
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 127kcal / 2530kcal (5%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 8.3 g/ 71g (11%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 6.6 g/ 42g (15%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 8.5 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 5.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.75%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.11 mg/ 1mg (8%) |
Vit B3 | 1.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (7%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 39 mg/ 750mg (5%) |
Phosphorus | 78 mg/ 700mg (11%) |
Iron | 0.2 mg/ 12mg (1%) |
Sodium | 614 mg/ 1500mg (40%) |
What is this food?
Vienna sausage/tidbits (processed sausage). It’s a protein food usually eaten as a quick viand or topping.
Why it matters to health
Vienna sausage provides protein, which helps keep you full and supports muscle maintenance. But per 100g, it’s also relatively high in saturated fat (2.41g) and sodium (614mg), and it has cholesterol (28mg). That means it’s best as an occasional add-on rather than a daily main—especially if you’re aiming for balanced meals. Carbs are present (8.5g) but fiber is zero, so pairing with vegetables and rice (in the right portion) helps make the meal more complete.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a small portion (e.g., a few slices or 1/4–1/2 cup) and let vegetables and rice/whole grains do most of the filling.
- Pair with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, cabbage, carrots, sayote) to add fiber and volume.
- Balance your day: have it during one of your 3 full meals, and keep snacks lighter (fruit, yogurt, nuts in small portions) so sodium doesn’t add up.
- Choose lower-sodium options when available, and avoid adding extra salty sauces (toyo, patis, seasoning mixes) if you’re already using sausage.
- Try cooking methods that reduce extra fat (grill, pan-sear with minimal oil) and drain excess oil if needed.
Common Filipino dishes
Vienna sausage with fried rice, spaghetti with Vienna sausage, arroz caldo with sausage, pancit canton with sausage, breakfast pandesal with sausage
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