{"data":{"name":"Aragan lvs","slug":"aragan-lvs","scientific_name":"Najas graminea","alternate_names":["Ricefield waternymph"],"category":{"name":"Foraged Foods","slug":"foraged-foods"},"description":"Aragan leaves (aragan lvs) \u2014 a leafy vegetable commonly cooked as part of Filipino meals.","common_uses_philippines":["Arroz caldo with aragan","Ginataang gulay (with aragan leaves)","Sinigang na gulay (with aragan)","Adobong gulay (with aragan)","Pinakbet (with aragan leaves)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":null},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":29,"protein_g":1.2,"fat_g":0.3,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":5.4,"fiber_g":null,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":null,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":1640,"calcium_mg":190,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":4.6,"phosphorus_mg":15,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":137,"total_ash_g":1.3,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.13,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.8,"vitamin_c_mg":8,"water_g":91.8},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Aragan leaves are low in calories (about 29 kcal per 100 g) and have very little fat and cholesterol. They provide some carbohydrates (about 5.4 g per 100 g), which can help support energy, while still keeping the meal light. Including leafy greens like aragan in your daily routine helps you build a plate that\u2019s more filling and balanced without adding too much extra calories.","healthier_tips":["Serve aragan as your ulam alongside a balanced portion of rice and a protein (fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs).","For better satiety, pair it with a protein-rich ulam and use a reasonable amount of cooking oil.","If you\u2019re having it as a snack side, keep portions small and still pair with protein or a main meal so you stay satisfied.","Try simple cooking methods like saut\u00e9ing with garlic\/onion, or adding to soups\/stews to keep it flavorful with less oil."]},"data_quality":{"source":"DOST-FNRI Philippine Food Composition Tables","source_code":"ph_fct","daily_values_reference":"RENI 2002","notes":["Values are estimates per 100g edible portion.","Actual nutrients may vary by preparation and variety."]},"links":{"self":"https:\/\/api.juanutrisyon.info\/api\/foods\/aragan-lvs?agent=true"}}}