Vegetables / Root Vegetables
Taro lvs
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 55% |
| Calories | 73kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 4.3 g/ 71g (6%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.8 g/ 42g (4%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 10 g/ 348g (2%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.09 mg/ 1mg (7%) |
Vit B2 | 0.29 mg/ 1mg (22%) source |
Vit B3 | 1.7 mg NE/ 16mg NE (10%) |
Vit C | 112 mg/ 70mg (160%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 257 mg/ 750mg (34%) high |
Phosphorus | 71 mg/ 700mg (10%) |
Iron | 4 mg/ 12mg (33%) source |
Sodium | 11 mg/ 1500mg (0.73%) very low |
What is this food?
Taro leaves (locally called gabi leaves or talbos ng gabi). They’re a leafy vegetable cooked like other greens.
Why it matters to health
Taro leaves are a good source of dietary fiber (about 4.8g per 100g), which helps keep your digestion regular and supports feeling full—useful when you’re aiming for balanced meals (3 meals + 1–2 snacks). They also provide carbohydrates (10g) with some sugar (3.9g), but the fiber helps slow down how fast energy is absorbed. For fats, they have a small amount (1.8g total fat, 0.37g saturated fat) and very low sodium (11mg), so they’re generally a heart-friendly choice—especially when you don’t overdo salty ingredients like bagoong, patis, or extra seasoning.
Healthier tips
- Pair taro leaves with a balanced plate: 1/2 vegetables (like taro leaves), 1/4 protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs), and 1/4 rice or other carbs.
- Watch the cooking add-ons: go easy on salted sauces and coconut milk if you’re also eating fatty foods in the same meal.
- For snacks, you can include a small serving of greens with your main meal instead of making it a separate heavy snack.
- If you’re cooking at home, make sure the leaves are properly prepared and cooked well before eating.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginisang talbos ng gabi, Pinangat na isda with gabi leaves, Laing (taro leaves in coconut milk), Sinigang with gabi leaves, Tinola with leafy greens
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