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Bok choy青梗菜 · Chingensai · บ็อกชอย

High beta-carotene levels combined with low calorie density support robust mucosal defenses and weight management.

Overview

Cruciferous vegetable providing significant Vitamin A and C for mucosal health and immunity.

  • Origin: China/Japan
  • Standard portion: 100 g
  • Approx. 9 kcal per serving
Food noteShow details
  • Bok choy is cooling
  • Clears heat
  • And lubricates the intestines. Light steaming reduces goitrogens while preserving high mineral density.
IngredientsShow details
  • Bok choy
Serving guidanceShow details

Best with

  • Garlic
  • Ginger

Use caution with

  • Hypothyroidism (Raw)
Pros & consShow details

Pros

  • High Vit A
  • Bone Support
  • Low Calorie

Cons

  • Goitrogens
  • Short shelf life
  • Vitamin K
Calorie comparisonShow details
Calories, protein, carbs, and fat (PCF) by serving unit.
ServingCaloriesProtein (P)Carbs (C)Fat (F)
1 serve100 g
9 kcal1 g1.6 g0.1 g
Per 50 g50 g
4.5 kcal0.5 g0.8 g0.05 g
Per 100 g100 g
9 kcal1 g1.6 g0.1 g
Per 150 g150 g
14 kcal1.5 g2.4 g0.15 g
Per 200 g200 g
18 kcal2 g3.2 g0.2 g
Per 250 g250 g
23 kcal2.5 g4 g0.25 g

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Nutrition facts label

Amount: 100 gLabel serving size: 100 g
Calories9 kcal
NutrientAdult % DV
Nutrition facts for selected amount
NutrientAmount · Adult % DV
Protein1 g2% of adult daily value
Net Carbs1.6 g0.6% of adult daily value
Fat0.1 g0.1% of adult daily value
Fiber
Sodium8 mg0.3% of adult daily value
Total Carbs1.6 g0.6% of adult daily value
Sugar
Potassium260 mg5.5% of adult daily value
Phosphorus28 mg2.2% of adult daily value
Iron0.8 mg4.4% of adult daily value
Vitamin A190 mcg21% of adult daily value
Vitamin C24 mg27% of adult daily value
Calcium100 mg7.7% of adult daily value

Percent daily values are based on standard adult recommended intake.

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