Fruits / Tropical Fruits
Banana, saba, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 60% |
| Calories | 159kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.2 g/ 71g (1%) | ||||
Total Fat | 0 g/ 42g (0%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 38.6 g/ 348g (11%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B2 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.7 mg NE/ 16mg NE (4%) |
Vit C | 25 mg/ 70mg (35%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 19 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 37 mg/ 700mg (5%) |
Iron | 1.1 mg/ 12mg (9%) |
Sodium | 2 mg/ 1500mg (0.13%) free |
What is this food?
Boiled saba banana (saba is a starchy banana variety), eaten as a carb source. For 100g: about 159 kcal, 38.6g carbohydrates, and 4.2g dietary fiber.
Why it matters to health
Saba banana provides energy for your daily activities and helps keep you full because it has dietary fiber (4.2g per 100g). The fiber can support smoother digestion and help balance your meals. It also has natural sugars (19.9g per 100g), so pairing it with protein or healthy fats can help you feel satisfied longer. Good news: it has very low fat and very low sodium (2mg), which makes it a lighter option compared with many snack foods.
Healthier tips
- Use it as your carb portion in a snack or as part of a meal—keep the serving size reasonable (e.g., a small piece or about 1/2–1 cup depending on your hunger).
- Pair with protein to balance your blood sugar and fullness: e.g., boiled saba with boiled eggs, tofu, or a glass of milk/unsweetened yogurt.
- If you’re having it as a snack, aim for 1 snack (not both snacks) so your total carbs for the day stay balanced.
- Skip adding lots of sugar or condensed milk; enjoy the natural sweetness.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginataang saba, Maruya (banana fritters), Banana cue, Turon (banana roll), Saba con yelo
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