Foraged Foods / Edible Wild Plants
Himbaba-o lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 46% |
| Calories | 86kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 5.8 g/ 71g (8%) | ||
Total Fat | 1.4 g/ 42g (3%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 12.6 g/ 348g (3%) | ||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.11 mg/ 1mg (9%) |
Vit B2 | 0.33 mg/ 1mg (25%) source |
Vit B3 | 1.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Vit C | 89 mg/ 70mg (127%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 347 mg/ 750mg (46%) high |
Phosphorus | 109 mg/ 700mg (15%) |
Iron | 4.5 mg/ 12mg (37%) high |
Sodium | 22 mg/ 1500mg (1%) very low |
What is this food?
Himbaba-o leaves (lvs) — a leafy vegetable cooked as part of Filipino meals.
Why it matters to health
For 100g, it’s low in fat (about 1.4g) and very low in sodium (about 22mg), which makes it a good choice for everyday eating. It also provides carbohydrates (about 12.6g) with some natural sugars (about 1.6g), plus fiber and plant nutrients typical of leafy greens. Leafy vegetables help balance your plate—pairing them with rice and viands can make meals more filling without needing extra oil or salty seasonings.
Healthier tips
- Serve it with your 3 full meals and use it as your extra vegetable (e.g., 1–2 cups cooked) to improve balance.
- Cook with less oil: try sautéing with a small amount of garlic/onion and a splash of water/broth.
- Go easy on salty bagoong, patis, and extra seasoning—keep the sodium low.
- If you’re having it with rice, keep the rice portion steady and let the vegetables add volume to your meal.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginataang gulay, Pinakbet, Laing, Sinigang na gulay, Dinengdeng, Chopsuey
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