Vegetables / Leafy Greens
Lagikway lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 68% |
| Calories | 54kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 4 g/ 71g (5%) | ||
Total Fat | 1.2 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 6.8 g/ 348g (1%) | ||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B2 | 0.22 mg/ 1mg (16%) source |
Vit B3 | 1.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (8%) |
Vit C | 64 mg/ 70mg (91%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 253 mg/ 750mg (33%) high |
Phosphorus | 78 mg/ 700mg (11%) |
Iron | 2.6 mg/ 12mg (21%) source |
Sodium | 18 mg/ 1500mg (1%) very low |
What is this food?
Lagikway lvs (leafy vegetable). It’s a type of greens dish/side where the main ingredient is the leaves, usually cooked and served with meals.
Why it matters to health
Leafy greens like lagikway lvs help add volume to your plate with relatively low calories per 100g. They provide some carbohydrates and natural sugars (about 4.3g per 100g), plus small amounts of fat (about 1.2g) and very low sodium (about 18mg), which makes it a good everyday partner for balanced meals. The low sodium and low calories can help you keep your overall intake in check while still enjoying filling, nutrient-rich food.
Healthier tips
- Pair lagikway lvs with a complete meal: add rice or root crops in a reasonable portion, plus protein (fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs).
- For snacks, you can include a small serving of greens (e.g., as a side) instead of only crackers or sweets.
- Watch how it’s cooked: if you sauté or add sauce, keep oil and salty condiments light so the dish stays heart-friendly.
- Aim for greens at least once or twice a day within your 3 full meals and 1–2 snacks schedule.
Common Filipino dishes
Laing, Pinakbet, Ginisang kangkong, Sinigang na gulay, Chop suey (vegetable-heavy version), Buttered/garlic sautéed leafy greens
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