Prepared and Processed / Canned Meats
Beef stew, cnd Nutrition Facts
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Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
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| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Calories | 169kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 11.4 g/ 42g (27%) | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 7.1 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Protein | 9.5 g/ 71g (13%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 300 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (42%) high |
Vitamin C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vitamin B3 | 1.9 mg NE/ 16mg NE (11%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 94 mg/ 750mg (12%) |
Iron | 1.3 mg/ 12mg (10%) |
Phosphorus | 52 mg/ 700mg (7%) |
Sodium | 606 mg/ 1500mg (40%) |
Some descriptions on this page are generated with AI assistance to make nutrition information easier to understand. Nutritional data comes from trusted sources like DOST-FNRI and USDA.
What is this food?
AI-assisted Beef stew (canned). It’s a ready-to-eat beef-based dish usually with a mix of meat, sauce, and some vegetables.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Per 100 g, it provides protein (helps keep you full and supports muscle repair) and some fiber (about 1.4 g) for better digestion. However, it’s also relatively high in sodium (about 606 mg) and saturated fat (about 4.5 g), which can add up if you eat it often or pair it with other salty foods. It has cholesterol (27 mg) and moderate carbs (about 7.1 g), so it works best as part of a balanced meal rather than as a frequent “main” on its own.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - Use it as a meal component: pair with 1–2 cups of rice or less depending on your activity, plus extra non-starchy vegetables (e.g., cabbage, pechay, carrots, squash) to boost fiber.
- Watch portions: since it’s canned, keep servings around 1 bowl (about 100–150 g) and balance the rest of your plate with veggies and/or a lighter carb.
- Reduce sodium: if the stew is very salty, rinse or drain some of the sauce, or add water and extra vegetables to stretch it.
- Choose frequency: have it occasionally, not every day—especially if you also eat processed or salty viands.
- For snacks between meals, go for fruit, yogurt, or nuts instead of more salty foods.
Common Filipino dishes
Beef Caldereta, Beef Mechado, Menudo, Afritada, Nilaga, Kare-Kare
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