Vegetables / Leafy Greens
String/Yard long bean lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 54% |
| Calories | 44kcal / 2530kcal (1%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 4.2 g/ 71g (5%) | ||||
Total Fat | 0.4 g/ 42g (0.95%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 6 g/ 348g (1%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.31 mg/ 1mg (25%) source |
Vit B2 | 0.19 mg/ 1mg (14%) |
Vit B3 | 1.3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (8%) |
Vit C | 31 mg/ 70mg (44%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 133 mg/ 750mg (17%) source |
Phosphorus | 70 mg/ 700mg (10%) |
Iron | 3.9 mg/ 12mg (32%) source |
Sodium | 39 mg/ 1500mg (2%) very low |
What is this food?
String/yard long bean leaves (the leafy part of yard long beans).
Why it matters to health
These leaves are a good fiber source (about 2.3g per 100g), which helps keep your digestion regular and supports feeling full during the day. They’re also low in calories (about 44 kcal) and very low in fat and cholesterol, making them a great add-on to meals. They have some natural sugars (about 3g) and a small amount of sodium (about 39mg), so they fit well as part of a balanced plate—especially when you pair them with rice and a protein like fish, chicken, or tofu.
Healthier tips
- Use them as your extra vegetable in lunch or dinner—aim for a serving that’s about 1–2 cups cooked, depending on your appetite and your rice portion.
- Cook with less oil: try light sauté, steam, or stir-fry with minimal oil.
- Flavor with garlic, onion, ginger, and herbs; keep salty sauces (like patis/soy sauce) to a reasonable amount.
- For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), add these leaves to meals so snacks can stay lighter and more balanced.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginisang sitaw (with leaves), Pinakbet, Adobong kangkong/sitaw leaves, Sinigang na gulay (with string bean leaves), Tortang gulay (with mixed greens)
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