Fruits / Tropical Fruits
Sugar apple/Sweetsop
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 50% |
| Calories | 104kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.3 g/ 71g (1%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.4 g/ 42g (0.95%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 23.7 g/ 348g (6%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.1 mg/ 1mg (8%) |
Vit B2 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B3 | 0.3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Vit C | 40 mg/ 70mg (57%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 41 mg/ 750mg (5%) |
Phosphorus | 39 mg/ 700mg (5%) |
Iron | 0.9 mg/ 12mg (7%) |
Sodium | 4 mg/ 1500mg (0.27%) free |
What is this food?
Sugar apple (sweetsop) is a sweet tropical fruit. For every 100 g, it provides about 104 kcal, with carbohydrates (mostly natural sugars) and some dietary fiber.
Why it matters to health
Sugar apple can be a nice snack or dessert option because it has fiber (about 4.3 g per 100 g) that helps with fullness and regular digestion. It also has small amounts of fat (about 0.4 g) and very low sodium (about 4 mg).
Since it’s naturally sweet and has 17.7 g sugar per 100 g, it’s best to enjoy it in planned portions, especially if you’re watching blood sugar or overall added-sugar intake. The good news: when you balance it with meals and keep portions reasonable, it can fit well in a healthy eating pattern.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a snack (1 small serving) or as dessert after a meal, not on an empty stomach.
- Try pairing with protein or healthy fat to slow sugar absorption—e.g., enjoy a small serving with plain yogurt or a handful of nuts.
- Watch portion size: since it has natural sugar, keep servings consistent (for example, a small bowl instead of large portions).
- Balance your day: if you have sweetsop, choose less sweet options for the next snack.
- Stay hydrated and include fiber-rich foods in your other meals (vegetables, whole grains, legumes).
Common Filipino dishes
Halo-halo, Buko pandan, Fruit salad, Turon, Leche flan
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