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Gurgurya Nutrition Facts

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Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g
Calories 515kcal / 2530kcal (20%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
26.5 g/ 42g (63%)
Saturated Fat
6.81 g/ 20g (34%)
Cholesterol
26 mg/ 300mg (8%)
Unsaturated Fat
18.25 g
Total Carbohydrates
62.4 g/ 348g (17%)
Dietary Fiber
2.4 g/ 20g (12%)
Sugar
38.2 g/ 63g (60%)
Protein
6.7 g/ 71g (9%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
4.5 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.64%)
Vitamin C
0 mg/ 70mg (0%)
Vitamin B1
0.14 mg/ 1mg (11%)
Vitamin B2
0.06 mg/ 1mg (4%)
Vitamin B3
2.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (13%)

Minerals

Calcium
18 mg/ 750mg (2%)
Iron
4.2 mg/ 12mg (35%)
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Phosphorus
50 mg/ 700mg (7%)
Sodium
560 mg/ 1500mg (37%)
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Gurgurya (sweetened, usually grated/processed root-based snack or ingredient). It’s commonly used as a sweetener or dessert-like treat.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
Gurgurya can give quick energy because it has a good amount of carbohydrates and sugar (about 62.4 g carbs and 38.2 g sugar per 100 g). It also has some fat (26.5 g, with 6.8 g saturated fat) and sodium (560 mg). For health, the main things to watch are added sugar (too much can make it easier to overeat calories) and saturated fat and sodium (these can be less ideal in large amounts). The good part: it has a small amount of fiber (2.4 g), which can help with fullness when paired with balanced meals.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
  • Keep it as an occasional snack, not a daily sweet—especially if you already have rice, bread, or other carb-heavy foods in your day.
  • Use a smaller serving (for example, a few tablespoons or a small portion) and pair it with something that adds protein and fiber, like plain milk/yogurt, nuts, or fruit.
  • If you’re having gurgurya after a full meal, consider making it a snack-sized portion so it won’t add too much sugar and calories.
  • Balance the rest of the day: choose more vegetables and lean protein for your main meals (3 meals + 1–2 snacks).
  • Everything is okay in moderation; the goal is to enjoy it without crowding out nutrient-rich foods.
Common Filipino dishes
Gulaman, Halo-halo, Turon, Ginataang bilo-bilo, Cassava cake
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