Vegetables / Herbs and Spices
Pepper, chili lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 42% |
| Calories | 60kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 5.8 g/ 71g (8%) | ||
Total Fat | 1.2 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 6.4 g/ 348g (1%) | ||
Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.37 mg/ 1mg (30%) source |
Vit B2 | 0.3 mg/ 1mg (23%) source |
Vit B3 | 1.8 mg NE/ 16mg NE (11%) |
Vit C | 41 mg/ 70mg (58%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 274 mg/ 750mg (36%) high |
Phosphorus | 60 mg/ 700mg (8%) |
Iron | 3.5 mg/ 12mg (29%) source |
Sodium | 5 mg/ 1500mg (0.33%) free |
What is this food?
Pepper and chili leaves (used as a flavorful herb/leaf for cooking).
Why it matters to health
Pepper and chili leaves add aroma and taste without needing much extra calories (about 60 kcal per 100 g). They also contribute small amounts of carbohydrates and fat, and they’re naturally low in sodium based on the given data (about 5 mg per 100 g). Using them can help you enjoy meals while keeping your overall plate balanced—especially when you pair them with rice, ulam, and gulay in your usual 3 meals plus 1–2 snacks.
Healthier tips
- Use pepper/chili leaves as pang-sawsaw/pampalasa or mix into ulam to boost flavor, so you may need less salty seasoning.
- For each meal, aim for a balanced plate: 1/2 gulay (including these leaves), 1/4 protein (fish, chicken, tofu), and 1/4 rice or other carbs.
- If you’re sensitive to spice, start with a smaller amount and increase gradually.
- Keep your snacks simple: choose fruit, yogurt, or nuts, and let these leaves mainly support your main meals.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang, Tinola, Bicol Express, Laing, Ginataang gulay, Chop suey
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