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Vasak Calories
Detailed nutrition analysis with calories, glycemic index, vitamins and minerals.
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (chopped) of Vasak (50 g) has 22 calories. That works out to 44 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.6 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 110 µg of Vitamin K covers 92% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Vasak Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 50 g
22
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
3.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 31% · Fat 11%
Vasak nutrition facts table · 1 cup (chopped) (50 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 22 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Chopped Vasak?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (chopped) | 50 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 6 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 20 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 80 g | 35 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 250 g | 110 kcal |
Calculated from 44 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vasak
What is Vasak?
Vasak is a leafy South Asian plant, also known botanically as Justicia adhatoda. Its leaves are used in traditional herbal preparations, but it is not a common culinary vegetable in most English-speaking countries.
What is Vasak traditionally used for?
Vasak leaves have a history of traditional use for respiratory complaints. That history does not establish Vasak as a proven treatment or show that it prevents illness, so it should not replace medical care.
Can you eat Vasak leaves?
Vasak leaves are not usually eaten as a food vegetable, even though they appear in traditional herbal preparations. There is no well-established culinary serving size or preparation guidance, so avoid treating the leaves like spinach or salad greens.
How do people use Vasak leaves?
Traditionally, people use Vasak leaves in herbal infusions and other preparations rather than as a regular cooked ingredient. The strength of dried leaves and commercial preparations can vary, so casual use does not provide a reliable or predictable dose.
Is Vasak tea safe to drink?
Vasak tea is not automatically safe just because it is herbal. Its active compounds and strength can vary, and a generally accepted safe amount has not been established; avoid using it to self-treat symptoms.
What does Vasak taste like?
Vasak leaves taste distinctly bitter and herbaceous. That strong flavor is one reason Vasak is not commonly used as a salad leaf or everyday cooking green; traditional preparations are different from eating a portion of fresh leaves.
Can you eat Vasak raw?
Eating Vasak raw is not recommended. It is not a standard raw food, and there is no established safe amount for chewing or adding the leaves to salads; traditional herbal use does not prove raw consumption is safe.
Is Vasak safe during pregnancy?
No, Vasak should be avoided during pregnancy. Vasicine, a compound found in the plant, may affect uterine contractions, and pregnancy safety has not been established; ask your clinician before using any Vasak preparation.
How should fresh Vasak leaves be stored?
Keep fresh Vasak leaves dry and refrigerated, loosely wrapped in paper, and use them promptly. Store dried Vasak in a sealed container away from moisture, heat, and direct light to help preserve its quality.
Can Vasak interact with medicines?
Yes, Vasak may interact with medicines, and its active compounds can affect the body in ways that depend on the product and the person. Ask a pharmacist or clinician before using Vasak if you take medication or have a health condition.
Vasak Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
110µg · 92% DV
Vitamin C
25mg · 28% DV
Folate
30µg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
1.1mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.35mg · 15% DV
Iron
1.55mg · 9% DV
Calcium
85mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
35mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
160mg · 5% DV
Sodium
15mg · 1% DV
Vasak Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Vasak
To burn the 22 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (50 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Vasak?
Vasak refers to the leaves of a shrub native to South Asia. In some regional cuisines, the edible leaves are cooked as a leafy vegetable, though they are not a familiar everyday green in many places. Use leaves sold specifically for eating, since the plant is better known in other contexts than as a market vegetable.
The leaves have a pronounced, slightly bitter taste and are generally cooked rather than served raw. They can be sautéed with onion and spices or added to a mixed vegetable dish; in South Asian meals, serve them alongside rice or flatbread. Vasak provides fibre and some protein for a leafy green. A squeeze of lemon or a tomato-based sauce can help balance its bitterness.
How Nutritious Is Vasak?
Nutrient density
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Vasak Processed?
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Vasak Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Vasak Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Vasak Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.