Vegetables / Leafy Greens
Jute lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 51% |
| Calories | 71kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 6.1 g/ 71g (8%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.1 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 9.1 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.16 mg/ 1mg (13%) |
Vit B2 | 0.3 mg/ 1mg (23%) source |
Vit B3 | 1.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (10%) |
Vit C | 13 mg/ 70mg (18%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 284 mg/ 750mg (37%) high |
Phosphorus | 121 mg/ 700mg (17%) source |
Iron | 2.1 mg/ 12mg (17%) |
Potassium | 453 mg/ 2000mg (22%) source |
Sodium | 5 mg/ 1500mg (0.33%) free |
Zinc | 0.7 mg/ 7mg (10%) |
What is this food?
Jute leaves (locally known as saluyot) — a leafy vegetable commonly cooked as a side dish or mixed into soups and stews.
Why it matters to health
Jute leaves are a good source of dietary fiber (helps support regular digestion and helps you feel full), plus vitamins and minerals that support everyday body functions. They’re also relatively low in calories per 100g, so they fit well with a balanced meal. For heart health, the saturated fat is low, and sodium is minimal. The carbs are mostly from natural plant sources, with low sugar compared to many other foods.
Healthier tips
- Use jute leaves as your vegetable base in lunch or dinner (e.g., 1–2 cups cooked, depending on your appetite).
- Pair with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and a sensible serving of rice or other carbs to complete the meal.
- Go easy on salty seasonings (fish sauce, bagoong, patis) and fried toppings—this helps keep sodium in check.
- If you’re adding coconut milk, use a smaller amount and stretch it with broth or water.
Common Filipino dishes
Saluyot with coconut milk, Ginataang saluyot, Pinakbet (with saluyot or leafy greens), Nilagang gulay with saluyot, Soup with saluyot and fish
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