Prepared and Processed / Canned Fruits
Tamarind, candied
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 93% |
| Calories | 335kcal / 2530kcal (13%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.4 g/ 71g (0.56%) | ||
Total Fat | 0.7 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 81.7 g/ 348g (23%) | ||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B3 | 0.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (2%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 62 mg/ 750mg (8%) |
Phosphorus | 12 mg/ 700mg (1%) |
Iron | 0.4 mg/ 12mg (3%) |
Sodium | 98 mg/ 1500mg (6%) low |
What is this food?
Candied tamarind (tamarind sweets). It’s tamarind cooked with sugar until it becomes chewy and sweet.
Why it matters to health
Candied tamarind is mostly carbohydrates and sugar (about 80.7 g sugar per 100 g), so it can add a lot of calories quickly. It also has some sodium (about 98 mg per 100 g). On the positive side, tamarind is a fruit, but in this form the health value is mainly affected by how much sugar is added—so it’s best to treat it as a sweet snack, not an everyday staple.
Healthier tips
- For your daily pattern (3 full meals + 1–2 snacks), keep this as an occasional treat.
- Choose a small portion (e.g., a few pieces) and pair it with something filling like plain yogurt or a glass of milk to help balance your snack.
- Try to swap some sweets with fresh fruits (like mango, banana, or oranges) when cravings hit.
- If you’re watching sugar or weight, limit candied tamarind to once in a while and avoid having it every snack time.
- Balance the rest of the day: keep meals with rice in proper portions, add vegetables, and include protein (fish, chicken, eggs, tofu).
Common Filipino dishes
Tamarind candy, tamarind juice (sour tamarind drink), sinigang (tamarind-based soup), tamarind-based dipping sauce, tamarind glazed pork/chicken
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