{"data":{"name":"Blue pea pod","slug":"blue-pea-pod","scientific_name":"Clitoria ternatea","alternate_names":["Pukinggan bunga\/Asian pigeonwings pod"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Blue pea pod (often used as a natural blue color ingredient in drinks and some dishes). It\u2019s a plant-based food that\u2019s usually eaten as part of a vegetable or infused into water\/recipes.","common_uses_philippines":["Blue pea tea","blue pea rice","blue pea jelly","blue pea drinks","blue pea mixed vegetable stew"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":94},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":68,"protein_g":3.8,"fat_g":0.4,"saturated_fat_g":0.08,"carbohydrates_g":12.2,"fiber_g":4.8,"sugars_g":5.8,"sodium_mg":11,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":670,"calcium_mg":42,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.03,"phosphorus_mg":24,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.19,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":56,"total_ash_g":0.8,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.22,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.18,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.4,"vitamin_c_mg":248,"water_g":82.8},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Blue pea pod is a good source of dietary fiber (4.8 g per 100 g), which helps keep you full and supports healthy digestion. It also has low fat (0.4 g) and very low sodium (11 mg), which is helpful for everyday heart-friendly eating. The carbohydrates (12.2 g) include some natural sugars (5.8 g), so it\u2019s best to pair it with balanced meals (rice\/whole grains, protein, and vegetables) rather than relying on it alone as a snack.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a colorful veggie\/infusion for your meals\u2014pair with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and a sensible serving of rice or whole grains.","For snacks, keep portions reasonable and match it with protein or nuts\/beans if you need longer-lasting fullness.","If you\u2019re making drinks, avoid adding too much sugar; let the natural color and flavor do the work.","Include it alongside other non-starchy vegetables to help you hit your daily fiber goal."]},"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\/blue-pea-pod?agent=true"}}}