Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), leafy tips, raw
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 88 MG | 98% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 15% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.4 MG | 28% | |
| Niacin | 1.1 MG | 7% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.8 MG | 47% | |
| Folate, total | 128 UG | 32% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 87 UG | 10% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 84 MG | 6% | |
| Iron, Fe | 2.0 MG | 11% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 85 MG | 20% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 99 MG | 8% | |
| Potassium, K | 608 MG | 13% | |
| Sodium, Na | 11 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.3 MG | 3% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 22% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.5 MG | 23% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.9 UG | 2% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (30 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.7g per 100g).
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (20% DV).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (22% DV).
- Good source of Manganese, Mn (23% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (98% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), leafy tips, raw
Bitter gourd leafy tips are the young shoots of the bitter melon vine, commonly eaten in Filipino, Chinese, and Indian cuisines. Raw, they are unusually high in protein for a leafy vegetable, with minimal fat and moderate carbs. The flavor is distinctly bitter, more so than most Western greens, which is why they almost always end up in stir-fries or soups where other flavors can balance them.
Dietary Information
Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), leafy tips, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), leafy tips, raw include Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (98% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (47% DV) , Folate, total (32% DV) , Riboflavin (28% DV) , and Manganese, Mn (23% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 30 calories per 100 grams, Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), leafy tips, raw gets 71% of its calories from protein, 44% from carbohydrates, and 21% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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