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Aurora lvs & stems Nutrition Facts

Three-lobed morning glory
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Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g
Calories 108kcal / 2530kcal (4%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
1.9 g/ 42g (4%)
low
Saturated Fat
0.41 g/ 20g (2%)
low
Cholesterol
0 mg/ 300mg (0%)
free
Unsaturated Fat
0.92 g
Total Carbohydrates
19.9 g/ 348g (5%)
Dietary Fiber
10.5 g/ 20g (52%)
high
Sugar
2.7 g/ 63g (4%)
Protein
2.8 g/ 71g (3%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%)
Vitamin C
41 mg/ 70mg (58%)
high
Vitamin B1
0.07 mg/ 1mg (5%)
Vitamin B2
0.32 mg/ 1mg (24%)
source
Vitamin B3
2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (12%)

Minerals

Calcium
270 mg/ 750mg (36%)
high
Iron
31.5 mg/ 12mg (262%)
high
Phosphorus
68 mg/ 700mg (9%)
Sodium
19 mg/ 1500mg (1%)
very low
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Aurora leaves and stems (a leafy vegetable).
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
For a 100g serving, aurora leaves and stems are low in fat (about 1.9g) and high in fiber (about 10.5g), which helps keep you full and supports healthy digestion. They also have low sugar (about 2.7g) and very low sodium (about 19mg), making them a good choice for everyday meals. The fiber and natural plant nutrients can help balance your plate, especially when you also eat rice and other carbs in your 3 full meals and 1–2 snacks.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
  • Pair aurora with rice or root crops in normal portions (e.g., 1/2–1 cup cooked rice per meal) and add a protein like fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs.
  • Cook with less oil and use flavor boosters like garlic, onion, calamansi, vinegar, or herbs instead of salty sauces.
  • If you’re eating it as a side, aim for about 1–2 handfuls per meal (or roughly 1/2–1 cup cooked), so your plate stays balanced.
  • For snacks, you can include it in meals rather than relying on it alone—keep snacks more filling with protein or fruit.
Common Filipino dishes
Ginataang gulay, Pinakbet, Dinengdeng, Sautéed leafy greens, Vegetable soup
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