Vegetables / Leafy Greens
Papaya, young lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 78% |
| Calories | 106kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 6.1 g/ 71g (8%) | ||
Total Fat | 1.6 g/ 42g (3%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 16.7 g/ 348g (4%) | ||
Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.15 mg/ 1mg (12%) |
Vit B2 | 0.72 mg/ 1mg (55%) high |
Vit B3 | 2.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (13%) |
Vit C | 181 mg/ 70mg (258%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 373 mg/ 750mg (49%) high |
Phosphorus | 98 mg/ 700mg (14%) |
Iron | 1.8 mg/ 12mg (15%) |
Sodium | 2 mg/ 1500mg (0.13%) free |
What is this food?
Young papaya leaves (papaya, young lvs) — a leafy vegetable commonly cooked as “papaya leaves” in soups, stir-fries, or with garlic and bagoong (depending on the recipe).
Why it matters to health
Young papaya leaves are a good choice for everyday meals because they add volume and fiber-like fullness with relatively low calories (about 106 kcal per 100g). They also have very low sodium (about 2 mg per 100g) and minimal fat (about 1.6 g), which makes them easier to fit into balanced meals. Since the carbs are 16.7 g per 100g, pairing them with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and moderate portions of rice helps keep your meals satisfying without overdoing starch.
Healthier tips
- Cook with less oil: use garlic, onions, and herbs for flavor.
- If you use bagoong or salty sauces, keep the amount small to avoid adding extra sodium.
- Pair with protein: e.g., fish, eggs, tofu, or chicken to make it a complete meal.
- For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), include papaya leaves in lunch or dinner, and keep rice portion to about 1/2 to 1 cup per meal depending on your needs.
- If you’re watching blood sugar, still enjoy it—just keep the rice/noodles portion in check.
Common Filipino dishes
Papaya leaves with garlic, Ginataang papaya leaves, Sautéed papaya leaves with bagoong, Papaya leaves soup, Pinakbet (with papaya leaves)
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