Vegetables / Root Vegetables
Carrot, boiled Nutrition Facts
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Calories | 42kcal / 2530kcal (1%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 0.4 g/ 42g (0.95%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 8.6 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Protein | 1.1 g/ 71g (1%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vitamin C | 6 mg/ 70mg (8%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.03 mg/ 1mg (2%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.03 mg/ 1mg (2%) |
Vitamin B3 | 0.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 60 mg/ 750mg (8%) |
Iron | 1.9 mg/ 12mg (15%) |
Phosphorus | 33 mg/ 700mg (4%) |
Sodium | 64 mg/ 1500mg (4%) low |
Some descriptions on this page are generated with AI assistance to make nutrition information easier to understand. Nutritional data comes from trusted sources like DOST-FNRI and USDA.
What is this food?
AI-assisted Boiled carrot (100g) is a starchy-lean vegetable that’s usually eaten as a side or mixed into meals. It’s low in fat and provides carbohydrates plus dietary fiber.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Carrots help support digestion because they have fiber (3.3g), which can help you feel fuller and maintain regular bowel habits. They also add natural sweetness with 3.8g sugar, and the low fat (0.4g) plus low sodium (64mg) makes them a good add-on to meals. Since it has some carbohydrates (8.6g), pairing it with protein and healthy fats (like fish, eggs, or tofu) helps balance your plate—especially if you’re having it at one of your 3 full meals or as part of a snack meal plan.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - Use boiled carrots as a side or mix into ulam and rice meals (e.g., 1/2 to 1 cup depending on your appetite and the rest of your plate).
- Pair with protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and a small portion of rice or other carbs for better balance.
- For snacks, combine with yogurt or nuts/seeds (small portion) instead of eating only carrots repeatedly.
- Keep added salt and sauces minimal—carrots already taste naturally sweet.
Common Filipino dishes
Nilagang baka with carrots, Kare-kare (with added vegetables), Ginataang kalabasa at carrots, Pancit with carrots, Chicken tinola with carrots
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