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Smart pick

Bok choy (1 cup)

Light on protein, and fairly balanced overall, a smart everyday choice.

๐Ÿฅ— Lower Fat
Bok choy (1 cup)
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Calories per serving
9 kcal
Usually 9โ€“13 kcal. Varies by stall and portion.
๐Ÿ’ช
1g
Protein
Low
๐ŸŒพ
1.5g
Carbs
Low
๐Ÿ”ฅ
0.1g
Fat
Low
Blood Sugar Impact
โ–ผ Low

Low in quick carbs, so it has a gentle effect on blood sugar on its own. General guide, not medical advice.

๐Ÿ— Protein Density

Based on protein per 100 calories

High Protein Hero

High Protein HeroGreat source of protein for the calories
Good ChoiceDecent protein. Room to improve
Could Be BetterLower in protein. Consider pairing

Coach Tip

Vegetables, eat freely. Fill half your plate with these.

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Eat it smarter

  • โœ“Add an egg or a lean protein to stay full
  • โœ“Add a side of vegetables for fullness
  • โœ“Drink water or kopi kosong instead of a sweet drink

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Bok choy (1 cup) shows up on menus from the kopitiam to the food court, so the calories are worth knowing. A normal serving lands around 9 calories, though it can run from 9 to 13 depending on the stall, the portion and how it is cooked. It carries a solid 1g of protein, which makes it one of the more filling picks for the calories. On the whole it is a smart everyday choice when you are watching your weight.

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Common questions

How many calories are in Bok choy (1 cup)?โ€บ

A typical serving of Bok choy (1 cup) has about 9 calories, usually somewhere between 9 and 13 depending on the stall and portion size.

Is Bok choy (1 cup) good for weight loss?โ€บ

Yes, Bok choy (1 cup) can fit a fat-loss plan well. With 1g of protein and a moderate calorie count, it keeps you full without blowing your day, as long as you stick to one serving.

What are the macros in Bok choy (1 cup)?โ€บ

One serving of Bok choy (1 cup) has roughly 1g protein, 1.5g carbs and 0.1g fat, for about 9 calories in total.

Nutrition information is based on typical recipes and publicly available data. Actual values may vary.
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