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Yam, purple, pudding,w/ grtd coconut topping
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 191kcal / 2530kcal (7%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.7 g/ 71g (2%) | ||||
Total Fat | 1.2 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 43.4 g/ 348g (12%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B2 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B3 | 0.3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 18 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 47 mg/ 700mg (6%) |
Iron | 2.4 mg/ 12mg (20%) source |
Sodium | 14 mg/ 1500mg (0.93%) very low |
Allergen Info
Tree Nuts
What is this food?
Purple yam pudding with grated coconut topping. It’s a sweet, starchy dessert where purple yam provides the main carbs, and the coconut topping adds extra flavor and some fat.
Why it matters to health
Purple yam gives you energy from carbohydrates and some dietary fiber (2 g per 100 g), which can help you feel fuller. It also has relatively low sodium and no cholesterol. However, it’s also fairly high in sugar (25.9 g per 100 g) and total carbohydrates (43.4 g), so it’s best treated as a dessert/snack rather than a main meal. The coconut topping adds a bit of fat (1.2 g), which can make the pudding more satisfying, but it also means you’ll want to keep portions reasonable—especially if you already had rice or other starchy foods in the day.
Healthier tips
- Keep it to small portions (e.g., 1/2 cup or less) and enjoy it as your snack, not alongside another big carb-heavy meal.
- If you make it at home, try less added sugar (or use naturally sweet options) and taste before serving.
- Add a bit of protein or fiber to balance: pair with unsweetened yogurt, milk, or a small serving of nuts/seeds.
- Watch frequency: aim for 1 dessert/snack per day, and adjust the rest of your meals (more veggies, lean protein, and controlled rice).
- Since it’s sweet, consider having it after a full meal so it’s less likely to replace your balanced plate.
Common Filipino dishes
Ube halaya, ube macapuno, ginataang bilo-bilo, maja blanca, suman with coconut
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