Foraged Foods / Edible Wild Plants
Himbaba-o lvs, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 49kcal / 2530kcal (1%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.6 g/ 71g (2%) | ||
Total Fat | 0.5 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 9.6 g/ 348g (2%) | ||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.03 mg/ 1mg (2%) |
Vit B2 | 0.07 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B3 | 0.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 9 mg/ 70mg (12%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 116 mg/ 750mg (15%) |
Phosphorus | 54 mg/ 700mg (7%) |
Iron | 1 mg/ 12mg (8%) |
Sodium | 12 mg/ 1500mg (0.8%) very low |
What is this food?
Himbaba-o leaves (lvs), boiled. It’s a leafy vegetable cooked in water, usually eaten as part of a viand or side dish.
Why it matters to health
This boiled leafy veggie is low in calories (about 49 kcal per 100 g) and has very little fat and no cholesterol. It provides carbohydrates (9.6 g) and some natural sugar (0.9 g), plus a small amount of sodium (12 mg). Because it’s mostly water and fiber-rich (common for leafy greens), it helps you feel full with fewer calories—useful when you’re building balanced meals (3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks a day).
Healthier tips
- Serve it as your vegetable side with rice and a protein (fish, chicken, tofu) to complete the meal.
- Keep the cooking simple: boil or lightly sauté with minimal oil. If you add bagoong/seasoning, use a smaller amount to manage sodium.
- Aim for a consistent portion per meal—think at least 1–2 handfuls of greens per main meal.
- If you’re having it with salty viands, balance the plate by choosing less salty sides.
Common Filipino dishes
Pinakbet, Ginisang kangkong, Sinigang (with leafy greens), Laing, Dinengdeng, Chop suey
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