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Luffa

Lif kabağı (taze)

Homeland

South and Southeast Asia

Season

Summer

Nutrition values

Per 100 g, raw

Energy20 kcal
Carbohydrate4.4 g
of which sugars g
Fiber1.1 g
Protein1.2 g
Fat0.2 g

Did you know?

Eaten as a vegetable when young; left to ripen and dry, its fibrous network becomes a bath sponge.

Consumption tip

Even natural produce may carry pesticide residues. Wash fruits and vegetables under plenty of running water and discard the outer leaves of leafy greens. A short soak in vinegar water can also help reduce residues. Where possible, prefer certified organic or good-agricultural-practice products.

Sources: USDA FoodData Central (nutrition, per 100 g raw); Wikipedia "List of food origins" and Vavilov centers of origin (homeland). Natural, unprocessed foods are considered halal.

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