juan nutrisyon logo
Prepared and Processed  / Packaged Snacks

Rice prep (glutinous), palitaw, w/ grtd coconut & sugar Nutrition Facts

Palitaw, may niyog at asukal
PhilFCT
Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Consume
Limit
Avoid
Serving Size: 100g
Calories 213kcal / 2530kcal (8%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
4.5 g/ 42g (10%)
Saturated Fat
2.71 g/ 20g (13%)
Cholesterol
0 mg/ 300mg (0%)
low
Unsaturated Fat
1.49 g
Total Carbohydrates
40.5 g/ 348g (11%)
Dietary Fiber
2 g/ 20g (10%)
Sugar
14.7 g/ 63g (23%)
Protein
2.6 g/ 71g (3%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%)
Vitamin C
0 mg/ 70mg (0%)
Vitamin B1
0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%)
Vitamin B2
0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%)
Vitamin B3
0.7 mg NE/ 16mg NE (4%)

Minerals

Calcium
17 mg/ 750mg (2%)
Iron
3.3 mg/ 12mg (27%)
source
Phosphorus
44 mg/ 700mg (6%)
Sodium
5 mg/ 1500mg (0.33%)
free
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Palitaw (glutinous rice cake) made with grated coconut and sugar. It’s a sweet, chewy rice-based snack or dessert, usually eaten in small portions.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
This food gives quick energy from carbohydrates (about 40.5 g per 100 g) and some fiber (about 2 g), which can help with fullness. The grated coconut adds fats—especially saturated fat (about 2.71 g) and total fat (about 4.5 g). It also contains a noticeable amount of sugar (about 14.7 g). For health, it’s best to enjoy it in a balanced way: pair it with a meal that has protein and vegetables, and keep portions right so sugar and saturated fat don’t add up too much in your day.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
  • Portion first: treat palitaw as a snack/dessert, not a main staple. Keep it to a small serving, especially if you already had rice at your meals.
  • Balance your plate: when you eat palitaw, choose a meal with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and vegetables to support steadier energy.
  • Go lighter on sugar: try reducing the sugar in the topping or use less syrupy coating.
  • Add texture/volume: consider adding more grated coconut without extra sugar, or pair with fresh fruit (like mango or banana in reasonable portions) for variety.
  • Frequency: since you have 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks a day, fit palitaw into one snack slot and keep the other snack lighter (e.g., yogurt, fruit, or nuts in small amounts).
Common Filipino dishes
Palitaw, Bibingka, Biko, Suman, Puto
Images
Food
Disclaimer
Juan Nutrisyon provides educational nutrition information to help users better understand the foods they eat. Nutrient values are sourced from reputable databases including the Philippine Food Composition Tables (FCT) and USDA FoodData Central. Calculation methods for estimating nutrients across multiple foods have been reviewed by a licensed dietitian. The information provided is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, Juan Nutrisyon has not yet undergone formal clinical validation studies and should not replace personalized medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
Juan Nutrisyon is an independent project built to make nutrition information more accessible to Filipinos. Built by Wern Ancheta. If you find it helpful, you can support its continued development.