Foraged Foods / Edible Wild Plants
Horseradish tree lvs, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 63kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 3.1 g/ 71g (4%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.9 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 10.6 g/ 348g (3%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.07 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B2 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B3 | 1.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Vit C | 53 mg/ 70mg (75%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 96 mg/ 750mg (12%) |
Phosphorus | 29 mg/ 700mg (4%) |
Iron | 1.7 mg/ 12mg (14%) |
Sodium | 8 mg/ 1500mg (0.53%) very low |
What is this food?
Boiled horseradish tree leaves (horseradish tree lvs). It’s a leafy vegetable served like other greens—usually cooked by boiling until tender.
Why it matters to health
This veggie is low in calories (about 63 kcal per 100 g) and has dietary fiber (1.7 g) which helps with fullness and regular digestion. It also provides some carbohydrates (10.6 g) and sugar (0.8 g), but the fiber helps balance how it affects your appetite. For nutrients, it’s naturally very low in fat (0.9 g) and cholesterol-free. Sodium is also low (8 mg), which is good for heart-friendly eating—especially if you’re mindful of salty viands and sauces.
Healthier tips
- Use it as your pang-sid e for lunch or dinner: aim for about 1/2 to 1 cup cooked (or roughly 100–150 g) alongside your ulam and rice.
- Pair with a balanced plate: 1 palm-sized protein (fish, chicken, tofu) + 1–2 fists of vegetables (including this) + 1 fist of rice, depending on your activity.
- Keep the cooking simple: boil or lightly sauté with minimal oil. If you add bagoong, patis, or soy sauce, use a smaller amount since these can raise sodium quickly.
- If you’re having it as a snack, keep portions small and pair with something filling like boiled egg or tofu to avoid getting hungry soon.
Common Filipino dishes
Nilagang manok, Sinigang na isda, Pinakbet, Ginisang gulay, Adobong kangkong
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