juan nutrisyon logo
Foraged Foods  / Edible Wild Plants

Bago bagin fruit, boiled Nutrition Facts

Spanish joint-fir, fruit, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g
Edible Portion: 31%
Calories 159kcal / 2530kcal (6%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
0.4 g/ 42g (0.95%)
low
Cholesterol
0 mg/ 300mg (0%)
Total Carbohydrates
33.1 g/ 348g (9%)
Protein
5.8 g/ 71g (8%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%)
Vitamin C
20 mg/ 70mg (28%)
source
Vitamin B1
0.3 mg/ 1mg (25%)
source
Vitamin B2
0.11 mg/ 1mg (8%)
Vitamin B3
0.7 mg NE/ 16mg NE (4%)

Minerals

Calcium
26 mg/ 750mg (3%)
Iron
1.7 mg/ 12mg (14%)
Phosphorus
65 mg/ 700mg (9%)
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Bago bagin fruit, boiled (a fruit-based vegetable/side prepared by boiling).
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
With about 159 kcal per 100 g and 33.1 g carbohydrates, bago bagin can help provide energy for your day, especially when eaten as part of a balanced meal. It’s also very low in fat (about 0.4 g) and has no cholesterol, which makes it a lighter option for adding volume to your plate. Since it’s fruit-based and higher in carbs, pairing it with protein and fiber-rich foods (like fish, eggs, beans, or vegetables) helps keep your meals more satisfying.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
For your usual 3 meals + 1–2 snacks:
  • Use it as a side or part of a snack, not the only food on your plate.
  • Pair with protein (egg, fish, chicken, tofu, or beans) to balance the carbs.
  • Add fiber by combining with leafy greens or other non-starchy vegetables.
  • Watch portion size if you’re also having rice, noodles, or bread in the same meal.
Common Filipino dishes
Bago bagin (boiled fruit), Ginataang bago bagin, Bago bagin with shrimp, Mixed fruit salad, Fruit-based vegetable side
Images
Food
Disclaimer
Juan Nutrisyon provides educational nutrition information to help users better understand the foods they eat. Nutrient values are sourced from reputable databases including the Philippine Food Composition Tables (FCT) and USDA FoodData Central. Calculation methods for estimating nutrients across multiple foods have been reviewed by a licensed dietitian. The information provided is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, Juan Nutrisyon has not yet undergone formal clinical validation studies and should not replace personalized medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
Juan Nutrisyon is an independent project built to make nutrition information more accessible to Filipinos. Built by Wern Ancheta. If you find it helpful, you can support its continued development.