{"data":{"name":"Ivy gourd lvs, boiled","slug":"ivy-gourd-lvs-boiled","scientific_name":"Coccinia grandis","alternate_names":["Tamling dahon","nilaga"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Boiled ivy gourd leaves (often called \u201cubod\/ubod-gourd\u201d leaves in some areas). It\u2019s a leafy vegetable, usually cooked by boiling and served as part of a viand or side dish.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginisang ivy gourd leaves","Pinakbet (with added leafy greens)","Tinola with leafy greens","Adobong gulay (lightly seasoned)","Chopsuey with mixed vegetables"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":49,"protein_g":3.5,"fat_g":0.8,"saturated_fat_g":0.14,"carbohydrates_g":7,"fiber_g":3.4,"sugars_g":0.3,"sodium_mg":13,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":3835,"calcium_mg":401,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.1,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0,"phosphorus_mg":91,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.33,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":320,"total_ash_g":2.2,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.33,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.07,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.13,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.5,"vitamin_c_mg":16,"water_g":86.5},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1\/2 cup (raw)","weight_g":40,"volume_ml":null},{"label":"1\/2 cup (cooked)","weight_g":45,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Ivy gourd leaves are a good fiber source (about 3.4g per 100g), which helps you feel full and supports healthy digestion. They\u2019re also low in calories (about 49 kcal) and low in fat, so they fit well in a balanced plate. The sodium is also low (about 13mg), which is helpful for everyday meals. Since it has some carbohydrates (7g) and a little sugar (0.3g), pairing it with protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and controlling the rice portion keeps your meals steady and satisfying.","healthier_tips":["Serve as 1 viand\/side with your 3 full meals (and add it to snacks only if you\u2019re truly hungry).","Use simple cooking: boiling or light saut\u00e9ing with minimal oil.","Pair with lean protein (fish, eggs, tofu) and keep rice to a reasonable portion.","If you\u2019re watching sodium, avoid salty bagoong, patis, or extra seasoning on top."]},"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\/ivy-gourd-lvs-boiled?agent=true"}}}