Cereals and Grains / Refined Grains
Wheat flour, all-purpose, enr, bleached
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 377kcal / 2530kcal (14%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 11 g/ 71g (15%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 3.6 g/ 42g (8%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 75.2 g/ 348g (21%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.5 mg/ 1mg (41%) high |
Vit B2 | 0.15 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vit B3 | 4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (25%) source |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 122 mg/ 750mg (16%) source |
Phosphorus | 71 mg/ 700mg (10%) |
Iron | 4.1 mg/ 12mg (34%) source |
Sodium | 2 mg/ 1500mg (0.13%) free |
Allergen Info
Wheat
Gluten
What is this food?
All-purpose wheat flour (bleached), a starchy ingredient used to make breads, noodles, pastries, and other baked or fried foods.
Why it matters to health
This flour is mainly carbohydrates, which help fuel your daily activities and support energy for your 3 meals and 1–2 snacks. It also has a small amount of dietary fiber (about 2.8 g per 100 g), which can help with fullness and digestion. On the other hand, it’s relatively low in fiber compared with whole grains, so portions matter—especially if you’re pairing it with sugary or fatty fillings. It also has some saturated fat (0.57 g) and a bit of sodium (2 mg), so the overall health impact depends a lot on what you add (butter, sugar, processed fillings, or salty sauces).
Healthier tips
- Use smaller portions of flour-based foods, and balance your plate with ulam (vegetables), lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu), and healthy fats (like nuts or avocado).
- If you can, mix in whole wheat or choose whole-grain versions for more fiber and better satiety.
- For snacks, pair flour-based items with protein or fiber (e.g., bread with egg or tuna; fruit plus a small serving of baked goods) to avoid quick hunger.
- Watch the “extras”: reduce added sugar and go easy on butter, margarine, and salty sauces.
- Prefer baking or steaming over deep-frying when possible.
Common Filipino dishes
Pandesal, Ensaymada, Pancit Canton, Siopao, Empanada, Banana cue
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