What is this food?
Cream of mushroom soup (often served as a creamy soup or used as a sauce/base). It’s a soup that’s usually made with mushrooms and a creamy ingredient, so it can be filling even in small servings.
Why it matters to health
This soup can help you add variety and some fiber (about 0.9g per 100g), which supports digestion. It also has carbohydrates for energy. However, it’s relatively higher in sodium (about 872mg per 100g) and has some saturated fat (about 1.19g per 100g). If you eat it often or in big portions, sodium and saturated fat can add up—so it’s best to pair it with balanced meals (rice + ulam + gulay) and watch portion size. Everything can fit in a healthy diet when you keep portions and frequency in mind.
Healthier tips
- Choose smaller portions: use it as a side soup or sauce extender, not the main “full meal” every time.
- Balance your plate: pair with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, cabbage, carrots) to improve fiber and fullness.
- Manage sodium: if available, pick “low-sodium” versions, or dilute with extra water/stock and add more mushrooms/vegetables for volume.
- For snacks and meals: keep it to 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks—avoid having creamy soups as a frequent snack.
Common Filipino dishes
Cream of mushroom soup, Cream of mushroom chicken, Beef stroganoff (Filipino-style), Creamy mushroom pasta, Baked macaroni with mushroom sauce