{"data":{"name":"Lemon grass lvs","slug":"lemon-grass-lvs","scientific_name":"Cymbopogon citratus","alternate_names":["Tanglad dahon"],"category":{"name":"Herbs and Spices","slug":"herbs-and-spices"},"description":"Lemongrass leaves (tanglad) \u2014 usually used as a fragrant herb for flavoring soups, drinks, and stews.","common_uses_philippines":["Sinigang","Tinola","Bulalo","Chicken arroz caldo","Lemongrass tea (tanglad drink)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":null},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":111,"protein_g":1.4,"fat_g":1.4,"saturated_fat_g":0.34,"carbohydrates_g":23.1,"fiber_g":3.3,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":10,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":24205,"calcium_mg":162,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":5.4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.2,"phosphorus_mg":44,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.49,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":2017,"total_ash_g":1.9,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.69,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.12,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.5,"vitamin_c_mg":24,"water_g":72.2},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Lemongrass leaves add fiber (about 3.3 g per 100 g), which helps keep your digestion moving well and supports fullness between meals. They also contribute small amounts of carbohydrates and very little fat (about 1.4 g, with saturated fat around 0.34 g). Sodium is low (about 10 mg), so it\u2019s a good herb choice when you\u2019re trying to keep meals lighter on salt.","healthier_tips":["Use lemongrass as a flavor base (boil with water or broth) so you can rely less on extra seasoning.","If you\u2019re making a drink, keep added sugar low\u2014aim for a refreshing taste without sweet overload.","Pair it with balanced meals: include rice or carbs in proper portions, plus protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and vegetables for nutrients.","For snacks, enjoy lemongrass-infused tea or broth as part of your 1\u20132 snacks\/day routine."]},"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?agent=true"}}}