Fruits / Tropical Fruits
Palm-like fig, young lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 42% |
| Calories | 50kcal / 2530kcal (1%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 3.9 g/ 71g (5%) | ||
Total Fat | 0.7 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 6.9 g/ 348g (1%) | ||
Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B2 | 0.29 mg/ 1mg (22%) source |
Vit B3 | 1.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Vit C | 42 mg/ 70mg (60%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 167 mg/ 750mg (22%) source |
Phosphorus | 76 mg/ 700mg (10%) |
Iron | 1.2 mg/ 12mg (10%) |
What is this food?
Young palm-like fig leaves (a leafy vegetable), usually eaten as a side dish or cooked greens.
Why it matters to health
This food is low in calories and has very little fat, so it fits well into a balanced day of 3 full meals + 1–2 snacks. It also provides some carbohydrates for energy, and the leafy part helps you add volume to meals without making them heavy. Since it’s a vegetable, it’s a good choice to pair with rice or other carbs so you get better meal balance (carbs + fiber-rich greens + protein from other foods).
Healthier tips
- Cook with less oil: sauté or boil, then season lightly (garlic, onions, tomatoes, bagoong in small amounts).
- Build your plate: add a protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and a reasonable rice portion.
- If using salty seasonings (like bagoong or fish sauce), start with small amounts to keep sodium in check.
- Aim to include greens in your meals most days—great for lunch or dinner as a regular side.
Common Filipino dishes
Paksiw na gulay, Ginataang gulay, Pinakbet, Dinengdeng, Sautéed mixed greens
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