{"data":{"name":"Bagbagkong flower, raw","slug":"bagbagkong-flower-raw","scientific_name":"Telosma procumbens","alternate_names":["Sabidukong\/Latok\/pusapusa\/dukep\/ampupuyat"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Bagbagkong flower (raw) \u2014 a leafy\/flower vegetable eaten fresh. For 100g, it\u2019s about 49 kcal with 3.9g fiber and 6.9g carbs.","common_uses_philippines":["Bagbagkong salad","Pinakbet with bagbagkong","Ginataang bagbagkong","Saut\u00e9ed bagbagkong with garlic","Bagbagkong with bagoong (small amount)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":74},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":49,"protein_g":4.1,"fat_g":0.6,"saturated_fat_g":0,"carbohydrates_g":6.9,"fiber_g":3.9,"sugars_g":1.5,"sodium_mg":9,"potassium_mg":481},"other_nutrients":{"arachidic_acid_g":0,"behenic_acid_g":0,"beta_carotene_ug":253,"calcium_mg":42,"capric_acid_g":0,"caproic_acid_g":0,"caprylic_acid_g":0,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.8,"lauric_acid_g":0,"lignoceric_acid_g":0,"linoleic_acid_g":0,"linolenic_acid_g":0,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0,"myristic_acid_g":0,"oleic_acid_g":0,"palmitic_acid_g":0,"phosphorus_mg":34,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":21,"stearic_acid_g":0,"total_ash_g":1.1,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.1,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.08,"vitamin_b3_mg":2.1,"vitamin_c_mg":1,"water_g":87.3,"zinc_mg":0.5},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Bagbagkong flower is a low-calorie, fiber-rich vegetable. The fiber helps support regular bowel movement and can help you feel full, which is helpful when you\u2019re aiming for balanced meals (3 full meals + 1\u20132 snacks a day). It also has very low fat and low sodium per 100g, making it a good choice to add volume to meals without pushing calories too high. Carbs are present but not the main focus\u2014pairing it with protein (fish, chicken, eggs, tofu) and healthy fats (like nuts or olive oil in small amounts) makes meals more satisfying.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a side or mix-in for lunch or dinner (e.g., with viand or rice), not as the only food.","Keep it fresh and lightly prepared (raw or quick saut\u00e9\/steam) to preserve its natural texture.","Portion guide: start with about 1\u20132 cups (depending on how it\u2019s chopped) per meal, then adjust based on your hunger and activity.","Pair with protein and whole grains for better balance\u2014this supports steady energy across the day.","If you\u2019re adding it to snacks, keep the rest of the snack light (avoid too much sugary or salty dips)."]},"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\/bagbagkong-flower-raw?agent=true"}}}