Foraged Foods / Edible Wild Plants
Fragrant premna lvs, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 82% |
| Calories | 53kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.1 g/ 71g (1%) | ||
Total Fat | 0.3 g/ 42g (0.71%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 11.4 g/ 348g (3%) | ||
Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 10 mg/ 70mg (14%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 107 mg/ 750mg (14%) |
Phosphorus | 24 mg/ 700mg (3%) |
Iron | 3.2 mg/ 12mg (26%) source |
Sodium | 3 mg/ 1500mg (0.2%) free |
What is this food?
Boiled fragrant premna leaves (a leafy vegetable).
Why it matters to health
This leafy veg is low in calories, so it can help you add volume to meals without piling on energy. It also provides carbohydrates for everyday fuel, and it has very little fat and no cholesterol. Sodium is also low, which is helpful for keeping your overall salt intake in check. Since it’s a vegetable, it’s a good way to balance your plate alongside rice, ulam, and protein.
Healthier tips
- Use it as your ulam/side with 1–2 scoops of cooked rice and a serving of protein (fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs).
- For snacks, pair it with a protein-rich option (like boiled egg or yogurt) rather than adding more rice.
- Keep the cooking simple: boil or lightly sauté with minimal oil, and flavor with garlic, onion, or herbs instead of extra salt.
- Aim for leafy vegetables at least once or twice a day as part of your 3 meals plus 1–2 snacks routine.
Common Filipino dishes
Pakbet, Sinigang, Ginisang gulay, Tinola, Adobong gulay
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