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Dr. Suhail M. Marfani — Health Matters

Bibingka

Also known as: rice cake

Red · Limit / avoid routinely

Best kept for occasional small amounts, not every day.

Sweet rice cake — share one.

Portion guide

1 piece (about 100 g)

Filipino Foods

Snacks & Desserts — illustrative photo

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Nutrition per 1 piece

Calories280 kcal
Total carbohydrates45 g
Protein5 g
Fat9 g
Fibre1 g
Sugars20 g

No reliable GI value published for this food.

Better ways to cook it

  • Choose baked or roasted versions
  • Measure a small portion onto a plate

Practical advice

  • Keep for occasional small amounts, not every day
  • If you have it, eat it right after a balanced meal
Detailed clinical explanation

High in rapidly absorbed carbohydrate, added sugar or saturated fat; frequent intake is associated with poorer glycaemic and weight outcomes.

Scientific references
  1. Estimated from a standard home recipe using USDA FoodData Central ingredient values; to be verified.
  2. American Diabetes Association. Standards of Care in Diabetes — Facilitating Positive Health Behaviors (nutrition therapy).

Last medically reviewed: 3 November 2026

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