Fruits / Tropical Fruits
Sapinit
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 76kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.2 g/ 71g (1%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.1 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 15.2 g/ 348g (4%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B2 | 0.05 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.8 mg NE/ 16mg NE (5%) |
Vit C | 1 mg/ 70mg (1%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 40 mg/ 750mg (5%) |
Phosphorus | 37 mg/ 700mg (5%) |
Iron | 0.6 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Potassium | 674 mg/ 2000mg (33%) high |
Sodium | 9 mg/ 1500mg (0.6%) very low |
Zinc | 0.4 mg/ 7mg (6%) |
What is this food?
Sapinit is a type of leafy vegetable dish (often cooked like a simple sauté or stew). For 100g, it’s relatively low in calories (about 76 kcal) and rich in dietary fiber (about 8g).
Why it matters to health
Sapinit can help support better digestion and regular bowel movement because it’s high in fiber. It also provides carbohydrates with some natural sugars (about 6.6g), so it can fit well as part of your meal without needing extra rice. The fat is low (about 1.1g total, with very little saturated fat), and sodium is low (about 9mg), which is good for everyday heart-friendly eating. Since it’s a vegetable, it’s also a good way to add volume to meals—helping you feel satisfied while keeping calories reasonable.
Healthier tips
- Pair sapinit with a balanced plate: rice or starchy food (1/4–1/3 of the plate), sapinit/vegetables (1/2), and protein (1/4) like fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs.
- Because it has carbs (15.2g per 100g), keep portions steady—especially if you already have rice at the same meal.
- If you’re cooking it, go easy on added salt and sauces; sapinit already has low sodium.
- Great for lunch or dinner, and you can include it in your 3 full meals and use it as a “lighter” option for snacks if you’re having a small meal (e.g., a small serving with protein).
Common Filipino dishes
Ginisang gulay, Sinigang (with vegetables), Pinakbet, Laing, Chop suey (vegetable-heavy), Bistek with side greens
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