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Palauan
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 75% |
| Calories | 153kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.5 g/ 71g (0.7%) | ||||
Total Fat | 0.2 g/ 42g (0.48%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 37.3 g/ 348g (10%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.23 mg/ 1mg (19%) source |
Vit B2 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B3 | 0.8 mg NE/ 16mg NE (5%) |
Vit C | 10 mg/ 70mg (14%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 232 mg/ 750mg (30%) source |
Phosphorus | 10 mg/ 700mg (1%) |
Iron | 1.8 mg/ 12mg (15%) |
Sodium | 14 mg/ 1500mg (0.93%) very low |
What is this food?
Palauan (also called bottle gourd) is a starchy, watery vegetable used as a viand or soup ingredient. Per 100g, it provides about 153 kcal and 37.3g carbohydrates, with 5.4g fiber and low fat.
Why it matters to health
Palauan can fit well in daily meals because it has dietary fiber (helps you feel full and supports regular digestion) and very low fat and low sodium (14mg per 100g). It also has natural carbs, so it’s best to pair it with lean protein (like fish, chicken, tofu) and healthy fats in small amounts. Since it’s a carbohydrate-containing vegetable, portion size matters—especially if you’re having it at multiple meals or with other starchy foods like rice and noodles.
Healthier tips
- Use palauan as a viand base: add fish/tofu/chicken and lots of non-starchy veggies (e.g., pechay, kangkong, carrots).
- For a balanced plate: aim for 1/2 plate veggies (including palauan), 1/4 protein, and 1/4 rice or other carbs.
- Watch cooking add-ons: go easy on salty sauces and too much oil; choose garlic, onion, herbs, and broth for flavor.
- If you’re having palauan for lunch, consider lighter carb portions for dinner (or keep dinner more veggie-and-protein focused).
Common Filipino dishes
Ginataang palauan, Palauan with shrimp, Palauan soup, Pinakbet with palauan, Adobong palauan
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