{"data":{"name":"Lemon grass lvs, boiled","slug":"lemon-grass-lvs-boiled","scientific_name":"Cymbopogon citratus","alternate_names":["Tanglad dahon","nilaga"],"category":{"name":"Herbs and Spices","slug":"herbs-and-spices"},"description":"Boiled lemon grass leaves (tanglad) used as a drink or flavoring. It\u2019s usually prepared by simmering the leaves to extract its aroma and mild taste.","common_uses_philippines":["Tanglad tea (boiled lemon grass drink)","sinigang with tanglad","arroz caldo with tanglad","chicken tinola with tanglad","ginataang manok with tanglad"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":57,"protein_g":0.3,"fat_g":0.3,"saturated_fat_g":0.07,"carbohydrates_g":13.2,"fiber_g":1.7,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":5,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":5765,"calcium_mg":32,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.03,"phosphorus_mg":8,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.1,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":480,"total_ash_g":0.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.13,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.1,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":85.8},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Lemon grass is low in calories (about 57 kcal per 100 g) and has no fat and no cholesterol. It also provides dietary fiber (about 1.7 g) and some carbohydrates. The sodium is very low (about 5 mg), which is good for everyday meals. The fiber can help support better digestion and regularity, especially when you\u2019re eating 3 full meals and 1\u20132 snacks a day.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a low-calorie drink or as a flavor for meals instead of sugary drinks.","If you\u2019re adding sweeteners, keep the amount small so your total daily sugar stays reasonable.","Pair it with balanced snacks (e.g., fruit + nuts, or yogurt) rather than using it as the only \u201csnack.\u201d","For the best routine, enjoy it between meals or with your snacks to help you stay hydrated."]},"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\/lemon-grass-lvs-boiled?agent=true"}}}