Vegetables / Root Vegetables
Taro, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 69% |
| Calories | 105kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.5 g/ 71g (2%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.1 g/ 42g (0.24%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 24.4 g/ 348g (7%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B2 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.77%) |
Vit B3 | 1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (6%) |
Vit C | 6 mg/ 70mg (8%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 37 mg/ 750mg (4%) |
Phosphorus | 41 mg/ 700mg (5%) |
Iron | 0.7 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Sodium | 11 mg/ 1500mg (0.73%) very low |
What is this food?
Boiled taro (gabi), a starchy root vegetable. For 100g, it provides about 105 kcal and 24.4g carbohydrates, plus 3.7g fiber.
Why it matters to health
Taro can be a good energy source for your daily meals and snacks because it has carbohydrates. The dietary fiber helps support regular digestion and can help you feel fuller, which is helpful when planning 3 full meals + 1–2 snacks a day. It’s also low in fat and sodium (about 0.1g fat and 11mg sodium per 100g), so it’s generally lighter on the heart and blood pressure compared with many fried or salty sides. Since it’s starchy, portion size matters if you’re watching blood sugar—pair it with protein and vegetables for better balance.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions balanced: use taro as your carb side, not the only main.
- Pair it with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and non-starchy veggies (e.g., kangkong, pechay, okra) for a more filling plate.
- Choose boiled or steamed versions most of the time; limit frying or creamy toppings.
- If you’re having taro as a snack, combine it with protein (like boiled egg or yogurt) to help keep you satisfied longer.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginisang gabi, Pinakbet with gabi, Sinigang with gabi, Taro chips (fried, less ideal), Gabi in coconut milk (ginataang gabi)
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