Vegetables / Leafy Greens
Prickly chaff-flower, lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 72% |
| Calories | 59kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 6.4 g/ 71g (9%) | ||
Total Fat | 1 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||
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Total Carbs | 6.2 g/ 348g (1%) | ||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.13 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B2 | 0.48 mg/ 1mg (36%) high |
Vit B3 | 1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Vit C | 30 mg/ 70mg (42%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 158 mg/ 750mg (21%) source |
Phosphorus | 59 mg/ 700mg (8%) |
Iron | 0 mg/ 12mg (0%) |
Sodium | 47 mg/ 1500mg (3%) low |
What is this food?
Prickly chaff-flower leaves (a leafy vegetable).
Why it matters to health
For a 100 g serving, it’s low in calories (59 kcal) and has a good amount of dietary fiber (4.1 g), which helps keep your digestion regular and supports feeling full. It also has some carbohydrates (6.2 g) but not heavy on sugar. Sodium is relatively low (47 mg), which is helpful for everyday meals. The small fat (1.0 g) and zero cholesterol also make it a light, easy-to-add veggie for your daily plate.
Healthier tips
- Pair it with a balanced meal: add a serving of rice or other carbs, plus a lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs), then top with this leafy vegetable.
- For snacks, you can include it as part of a simple meal (e.g., veggie soup) rather than making it the only food.
- Keep cooking methods gentle: stir-fry with minimal oil or boil/simmer, and avoid adding too much salty sauce.
- If you’re watching sodium, taste first before adding bagoong, patis, or extra salt.
Common Filipino dishes
Pinakbet, Sinigang (with leafy greens), Ginisang dahon, Tinola (add leafy greens), Vegetable soup
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