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Cake, chiffon Nutrition Facts

PhilFCT
Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Consume
Limit
Avoid
Serving Size: 100g
Calories 332kcal / 2530kcal (13%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
11.6 g/ 42g (27%)
Saturated Fat
2.9 g/ 20g (14%)
Cholesterol
131 mg/ 300mg (43%)
Unsaturated Fat
6 g
Total Carbohydrates
49.8 g/ 348g (14%)
Dietary Fiber
0.5 g/ 20g (2%)
Sugar
36.6 g/ 63g (58%)
Protein
7.2 g/ 71g (10%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
100 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (14%)
Vitamin C
0 mg/ 70mg (0%)
Vitamin B1
0.17 mg/ 1mg (14%)
Vitamin B2
0.07 mg/ 1mg (5%)
Vitamin B3
2.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (16%)
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Minerals

Calcium
143 mg/ 750mg (19%)
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Iron
2.5 mg/ 12mg (20%)
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Phosphorus
97 mg/ 700mg (13%)
Sodium
622 mg/ 1500mg (41%)
Allergen Info
AI-assisted
Eggs
Milk
Wheat
Gluten
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Cake, chiffon (a sweet, airy sponge cake). It’s mainly a carb-based dessert with added fats and sugar.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
Per 100 g, chiffon cake has about 332 kcal, 49.8 g carbohydrates and 36.6 g sugar, plus 11.6 g total fat (with 2.9 g saturated fat) and 622 mg sodium. This matters because it can easily add extra calories and sugar to the day, and too much saturated fat and sodium may be less ideal for heart health. The good part: if you enjoy it, you can still fit it into a balanced eating pattern—just keep portions and frequency in mind.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
  • Portion first: If you’re having cake, aim for a smaller slice (for example, 1–2 small pieces) instead of a full serving.
  • Pair it smart: Have it after a main meal or with a snack that includes protein and fiber (e.g., milk/yogurt or a piece of fruit) to help balance your blood sugar response.
  • Watch the day’s sugar: If you have cake, choose less-sweet snacks for the rest of the day (less juice, less sweet drinks).
  • Balance your meals: Keep your 3 full meals as your main sources of carbs, and treat cake as an occasional dessert.
  • Hydrate: Drink water alongside to support overall eating comfort.
Common Filipino dishes
Chiffon cake, mango chiffon cake, brazo de mercedes, leche flan, ensaymada
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