Foraged Foods / Edible Wild Plants
Fragrant premna lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 44% |
| Calories | 100kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 5.4 g/ 71g (7%) | ||
Total Fat | 1.1 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 17 g/ 348g (4%) | ||
Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B2 | 0.2 mg/ 1mg (15%) |
Vit B3 | 1.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (9%) |
Vit C | 35 mg/ 70mg (50%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 212 mg/ 750mg (28%) source |
Phosphorus | 66 mg/ 700mg (9%) |
Iron | 8.4 mg/ 12mg (70%) high |
Sodium | 5 mg/ 1500mg (0.33%) free |
What is this food?
Fragrant premna leaves (a leafy vegetable). Usually eaten as a side dish or mixed into viands for flavor and added greens.
Why it matters to health
With about 17 g carbohydrates per 100 g and low fat (about 1.1 g), it can help add bulk to meals without being heavy. It’s also very low in sodium (about 5 mg) and has no cholesterol, which supports heart-friendly eating. Since it’s a vegetable, it helps balance your daily pattern of 3 full meals + 1–2 snacks by adding more plant-based food to your plate.
Healthier tips
- Pair it with a good protein source (fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs) and a sensible serving of rice or other carbs.
- Use light cooking methods: sauté with a small amount of oil, or add to soups/stews to keep it less oily.
- For a balanced plate: aim for 1/2 plate vegetables, then add your protein and rice.
- If it’s cooked with salty ingredients (like bagoong or extra soy sauce), keep the portion of those seasonings small.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginataang gulay, Sinigang (with leafy greens), Tinola (with leaves added), Paksiw na gulay, Bistek with sautéed greens
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