Foraged Foods / Wild Fruits
Galo pulp, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 80kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 3 g/ 71g (4%) | ||
Total Fat | 0.4 g/ 42g (0.95%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 16.2 g/ 348g (4%) | ||
Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B2 | 0.09 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B3 | 0.9 mg NE/ 16mg NE (5%) |
Vit C | 12 mg/ 70mg (17%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 28 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 54 mg/ 700mg (7%) |
Iron | 1.3 mg/ 12mg (10%) |
What is this food?
Galo pulp, boiled (a starchy, vegetable-like pulp) is a boiled food made from galo/vegetable pulp. In a typical meal, it works like a starchy side or part of your ulam.
Why it matters to health
For energy, it provides carbohydrates (about 16.2g per 100g), which can help fuel your day and meals. It’s also very low in fat (about 0.4g) and has no cholesterol, so it can fit well when you’re aiming for a lighter, balanced plate. Since it’s mainly carbs, pairing it with protein and non-starchy veggies helps keep your meals more filling and balanced.
Healthier tips
- Build a balanced plate: pair galo pulp with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and non-starchy veggies (e.g., kangkong, pechay, talong, okra).
- Watch the portion: because it’s carb-heavy, keep it as a side (especially if you already have rice or noodles in the same meal).
- Choose healthier cooking: boiled is already a good option; avoid adding too much oil or sugary sauces.
- Timing: include it in your main meals (3x/day) and use snacks for lighter options like fruit or yogurt, so your carb intake stays steady.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginisang galo pulp, boiled galo pulp with bagoong, ginataang galo pulp, galo pulp with fish and vegetables, galo pulp as a starchy side for grilled ulam
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