{"data":{"name":"Himbaba-o flower","slug":"himbaba-o-flower","scientific_name":"Broussonetia luzonica","alternate_names":["Alokon bulaklak\/alukon"],"category":{"name":"Foraged Foods","slug":"foraged-foods"},"description":"Himbaba-o flower is an edible flower used as a vegetable in some Filipino dishes. Per 100g, it\u2019s low in fat and calories (about 68 kcal) and has a good amount of fiber (about 6.6g).","common_uses_philippines":["Himbaba-o flower saut\u00e9","Himbaba-o flower with garlic and onions","Ginataang himbaba-o (light coconut milk)","Mixed vegetable stir-fry with himbaba-o","Tinola-style gulay with himbaba-o"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":68,"protein_g":6.3,"fat_g":1.1,"saturated_fat_g":0,"carbohydrates_g":8.1,"fiber_g":6.6,"sugars_g":1.3,"sodium_mg":17,"potassium_mg":493},"other_nutrients":{"arachidic_acid_g":0,"behenic_acid_g":0,"beta_carotene_ug":540,"calcium_mg":137,"capric_acid_g":0,"caproic_acid_g":0,"caprylic_acid_g":0,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.6,"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":92,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":45,"stearic_acid_g":0,"total_ash_g":1.6,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.1,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.24,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.2,"vitamin_c_mg":9,"water_g":82.9,"zinc_mg":1.1},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Because it\u2019s high in fiber, it can help you feel full and support regular digestion\u2014useful when you\u2019re aiming for balanced meals (3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks a day). It\u2019s also naturally low in saturated fat and cholesterol, and it has low sodium (about 17mg per 100g), which is helpful for everyday heart-friendly eating. The carbs are mostly from plant sources, with some natural sugar (about 1.3g), so it\u2019s a good choice to pair with rice or other carbs rather than relying on sugary snacks.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a side vegetable with your main meal (rice + ulam + gulay) to boost fiber.","Keep cooking simple: saut\u00e9 with a little oil, garlic, and onions; avoid heavy sauces.","If you\u2019re having it as a snack, pair it with a protein (e.g., boiled egg, tofu, or fish) to stay satisfied.","Watch the \u201cextras\u201d: the healthiest part is the flower itself\u2014go easy on salty bagoong, soy sauce, and processed toppings."]},"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\/himbaba-o-flower?agent=true"}}}