Sugars and Sweets / Granulated Sugar
Sugar, crude, pakaskas
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 346kcal / 2530kcal (13%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 2.2 g/ 71g (3%) | ||
Total Fat | 0.2 g/ 42g (0.48%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 83.9 g/ 348g (24%) | ||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.26 mg/ 1mg (20%) source |
Vit B3 | 3.8 mg NE/ 16mg NE (23%) source |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 16 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 94 mg/ 700mg (13%) |
Iron | 2.3 mg/ 12mg (19%) source |
Sodium | 102 mg/ 1500mg (6%) low |
What is this food?
Crude sugar (pakaskas) — a sweetener made from sugarcane, usually sold as granules or rough sugar. It’s mainly carbohydrates, so it’s used to add sweetness to drinks and desserts.
Why it matters to health
Crude sugar is high in carbohydrates and provides mostly quick energy, but it has very little fat, fiber, and micronutrients. Because it’s mostly sugar, frequent or large portions can make it easier to reach high total sugar intake in the day, which may affect blood sugar control and overall calorie balance. It also has some sodium (about 102 mg per 100 g), so it’s better not to treat it like a daily “extra” for meals.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a small add-on for taste, not as a main ingredient.
- If you drink sweet coffee/tea, try reducing the sugar little by little (for example, start with half the usual amount) and keep the sweetness gradual.
- Pair sweet items with protein or fiber to help balance your snack—e.g., fruit with yogurt, or a small dessert after a meal rather than on an empty stomach.
- Plan your day: with 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks, keep sugary snacks occasional and choose more filling options most of the time.
- Watch portion size: since it’s calorie-dense, even “small” servings add up.
Common Filipino dishes
Café/tea with sugar, leche flan, maja blanca, buko pandan, halo-halo
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