Sugars and Sweets / Liquid Sweeteners
Syrup, coconut sap
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 321kcal / 2530kcal (12%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1 g/ 71g (1%) | ||||
Total Fat | 0.1 g/ 42g (0.24%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 79.1 g/ 348g (22%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0.31 mg/ 1mg (23%) high |
Vit B3 | 0.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (2%) |
Vit C | 30 mg/ 70mg (42%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 2 mg/ 750mg (0.27%) |
Phosphorus | 0 mg/ 700mg (0%) |
Iron | 0.4 mg/ 12mg (3%) |
Potassium | 632 mg/ 2000mg (31%) high |
Sodium | 126 mg/ 1500mg (8%) |
Zinc | 0.2 mg/ 7mg (3%) |
What is this food?
This is coconut sap syrup (a sweet syrup made from coconut sap). It’s mainly used as a sweetener for drinks, desserts, and toppings.
Why it matters to health
Coconut sap syrup is high in carbohydrates and sugar, so it can quickly add calories to your day. It also has a small amount of fiber, which can help with fullness, but the sugar is still the main nutrient you’ll get from it. It’s low in fat and cholesterol, and it has some sodium, so it’s best not to overdo it—especially if you already get sweetness from other foods. When used in small amounts, it can fit into a balanced eating pattern with 3 full meals and 1–2 snacks per day.
Healthier tips
- Use a smaller amount: try 1–2 teaspoons first, then adjust based on taste.
- Balance your plate: pair sweet syrup with foods that have protein or fiber (e.g., yogurt, nuts, oats, or fruit) so you feel satisfied longer.
- Watch your total sweetness across the day—if you use syrup in one snack, choose less sweet options for the next.
- Prefer whole foods more often: for everyday snacks, choose fruit or plain yogurt instead of adding extra syrup.
- If you’re making drinks (coffee/tea), start with less syrup and add more only if needed.
Common Filipino dishes
Coconut sap syrup for buko juice, ginataang halo-halo, maja blanca, suman with syrup, latik (as topping)
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