Fruits / Citrus Fruits
Lemon
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 50% |
| Calories | 42kcal / 2530kcal (1%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.5 g/ 71g (0.7%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.6 g/ 42g (3%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 6.3 g/ 348g (1%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B2 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B3 | 0.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Vit C | 45 mg/ 70mg (64%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 8 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 7 mg/ 700mg (1%) |
Iron | 0.2 mg/ 12mg (1%) |
Sodium | 2 mg/ 1500mg (0.13%) free |
What is this food?
Lemon (citrus fruit), usually eaten as juice or used as a flavoring for water, viands, and salads.
Why it matters to health
Lemon adds fiber (2.2 g per 100 g) which can help keep your digestion regular, and it also brings hydration-friendly flavor when used in water or sauces. It has carbohydrates (6.3 g) and natural sugars (2.0 g), but the bigger benefit is how it helps you enjoy meals with less need for extra salt or heavy sauces. The sodium is very low (2 mg), so it’s a good option when you’re trying to keep meals lighter. It also contains some fat (1.6 g) and saturated fat (0.21 g), but these are small amounts for typical serving sizes.
Healthier tips
- Use lemon juice or zest to brighten dishes (sinigang, grilled fish, chicken, vegetables) instead of relying on extra salt or sugary sauces.
- If you make lemon water, keep it simple: lemon + water, and add a little honey or sugar only if needed.
- For snacks, try lemon with plain yogurt or as a topping for fruit to add flavor without adding much calories.
- Pair lemon with fiber-rich foods (vegetables, beans, whole grains) for better fullness during your 3 meals and 1–2 snacks.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang, Lemon chicken, Kinilaw, Grilled fish with lemon, Fruit salad with lemon
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