Beverages / Flavored Waters
Yacon shake, prep
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 77kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.2 g/ 71g (0.28%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.2 g/ 42g (0.48%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 18.7 g/ 348g (5%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Vit C | 11 mg/ 70mg (15%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 10 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 9 mg/ 700mg (1%) |
Iron | 0.2 mg/ 12mg (1%) |
Sodium | 12 mg/ 1500mg (0.8%) very low |
What is this food?
Yacon shake is a sweet drink made from yacon (a root crop) blended with water, often served chilled. It’s usually used like a sweetener because it tastes naturally sweet.
Why it matters to health
A 100g serving has about 77 kcal and 18.7g carbohydrates, with 16.5g sugar. It also has a small amount of dietary fiber (0.2g) and very low fat and sodium. Because it’s sweet and relatively calorie-light, it can be a nice alternative to sugary drinks, but it’s still best to watch portion size since the sugar content is noticeable. The fiber is present but small, so it won’t replace the fiber you get from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
Healthier tips
- Keep it as a snack drink or dessert portion, not a full-meal replacement.
- Try smaller servings (e.g., 150–200ml) and avoid adding extra sugar or condensed milk.
- Pair it with a balanced snack: choose nuts, plain yogurt, or fruit to help keep you satisfied.
- If you’re monitoring blood sugar, enjoy it less often and keep it away from very sweet meals.
- For daily routine: aim for 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks; let the shake be one snack option.
Common Filipino dishes
Yacon shake, halo-halo, sago’t gulaman, fruit shakes, iced tea
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