{"data":{"name":"Busi-busi lvs","slug":"busi-busi-lvs","scientific_name":"Synedrella nodiflora","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Foraged Foods","slug":"foraged-foods"},"description":"Busi-busi (a leafy vegetable) \u2014 a low-calorie, fiber-rich vegetable commonly cooked as a side dish in Filipino meals.","common_uses_philippines":["Busi-busi with garlic","Ginataang busi-busi","Busi-busi with bagoong","Pinakbet (with leafy vegetables)","Saut\u00e9ed leafy greens with tomatoes"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":null},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":54,"protein_g":3.1,"fat_g":2,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":6,"fiber_g":null,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":null,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":3370,"calcium_mg":192,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":9.6,"phosphorus_mg":40,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":281,"total_ash_g":1.9,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.21,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.5,"vitamin_c_mg":21,"water_g":87},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"At about 54 kcal per 100g, busi-busi helps you add volume to your meals without piling on calories. It also provides carbohydrates (6g) for energy and very low fat (2g), which makes it a good partner for rice and ulam. Since it\u2019s a vegetable, it supports better meal balance and can help you feel fuller, making it easier to keep your portions steady across your 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks a day.","healthier_tips":["Pair busi-busi with a protein ulam (fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs) and a sensible serving of rice.","Go easy on fatty toppings (like lots of oil or creamy sauces). Use garlic, onions, tomatoes, or bagoong in smaller amounts for flavor.","If cooking with coconut milk, use a smaller amount and add more water\/vegetables to stretch it.","Aim to include leafy\/vegetable sides at least once per meal when possible."]},"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\/busi-busi-lvs?agent=true"}}}