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Rice cake, cuchinta Nutrition Facts

Cuchinta/Kutsinta
PhilFCT
Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g
Calories 166kcal / 2530kcal (6%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
0.8 g/ 42g (1%)
low
Saturated Fat
0.67 g/ 20g (3%)
low
Cholesterol
0 mg/ 300mg (0%)
free
Unsaturated Fat
0.07 g
Total Carbohydrates
38.4 g/ 348g (11%)
Dietary Fiber
0.7 g/ 20g (3%)
Sugar
18 g/ 63g (28%)
Protein
1.4 g/ 71g (1%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%)
Vitamin C
0 mg/ 70mg (0%)
Vitamin B1
0 mg/ 1mg (0%)
Vitamin B2
0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.77%)
Vitamin B3
0.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%)

Minerals

Calcium
11 mg/ 750mg (1%)
Iron
1.6 mg/ 12mg (13%)
Phosphorus
10 mg/ 700mg (1%)
Sodium
86 mg/ 1500mg (5%)
low
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Cuchinta is a Filipino rice cake made from rice flour (a starchy, carb-based snack/dessert). It’s usually steamed and often has a sweet taste from added sugar.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
Per 100g, cuchinta provides energy mainly from carbohydrates (about 38.4g). It also has 18g sugar and a small amount of fiber (0.7g), which means it can be filling but may still raise your overall sugar intake if eaten often or in big portions. It has 0.8g total fat with 0.67g saturated fat, and 86mg sodium, so it’s best to enjoy it as an occasional treat. The good side: the carbs can help fuel your day, especially if you pair it with a balanced meal or snack.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
  • Keep portions small: treat it like a snack, not a main meal—aim for about 1 small piece (or less) depending on size.
  • Balance it: pair with fresh fruit or a drink without added sugar (e.g., plain water) to help round out your snack.
  • Watch frequency: if you already had rice or bread at a meal, choose cuchinta less often that day to avoid too many carbs.
  • Choose options with less added sugar when available, and try to limit sweet drinks alongside it.
  • If you’re managing cholesterol or heart health, be mindful of saturated fat from desserts—enjoy it occasionally.
Common Filipino dishes
Cuchinta, Bibingka, Puto, Suman, Sapin-sapin
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