Vegetables / Leafy Greens
American black nightshade lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 41% |
| Calories | 56kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 4.9 g/ 71g (6%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.6 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 7.9 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.13 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B2 | 0.16 mg/ 1mg (12%) |
Vit B3 | 1.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (8%) |
Vit C | 39 mg/ 70mg (55%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 293 mg/ 750mg (39%) high |
Phosphorus | 80 mg/ 700mg (11%) |
Iron | 14 mg/ 12mg (116%) high |
Sodium | 29 mg/ 1500mg (1%) very low |
What is this food?
American black nightshade leaves are leafy greens (a vegetable) eaten like other cooked greens. For every 100g, they’re about 56 kcal and provide fiber and carbs, with very little fat.
Why it matters to health
These leaves can support digestive health because they’re high in dietary fiber (4.3g per 100g). The fiber also helps you feel fuller, which is useful when you’re balancing 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks in a day. They also have low fat (0.6g) and low sodium (29mg), which makes them a good choice for everyday meals. Their carbs are mostly accompanied by fiber (sugar is relatively low at 1.3g), so they’re generally easier to fit into a balanced plate than more starchy foods.
Healthier tips
- Cook them with less oil and use aromatics (garlic, onion, ginger) for flavor.
- Pair with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and a reasonable serving of rice to complete your plate.
- Try a serving of about 1–2 cups cooked as part of your lunch or dinner, and keep snacks for fruit, yogurt, or nuts instead of extra rice.
- If you’re watching sodium, avoid heavy seasoning sauces; use light salt and taste as you go.
Common Filipino dishes
Pinakbet, Ginataang gulay, Adobong kangkong (use any leafy greens), Sinigang na gulay, Dinengdeng
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