{"data":{"name":"Limang sugat, young lvs","slug":"limang-sugat-young-lvs","scientific_name":"Pseuderanthemum bicolor","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Herbs and Spices","slug":"herbs-and-spices"},"description":"Limang sugat (young leaves), a leafy vegetable commonly eaten as a side dish or mixed into viands. In 100g, it\u2019s about 56 kcal and is mostly carbs from plant sources, with very low fat (about 0.2g).","common_uses_philippines":["Ginataang gulay (with leafy greens)","Dinengdeng","Pinakbet","Laing (use sparingly with lots of greens)","Sinigang na gulay"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":56,"protein_g":3.4,"fat_g":0.2,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":10.1,"fiber_g":null,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":null,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":2605,"calcium_mg":275,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":10.7,"phosphorus_mg":67,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":217,"total_ash_g":1.3,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.1,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.4,"vitamin_c_mg":51,"water_g":85},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Young limang sugat can help you add more volume and fiber-rich plant food to your meals without adding much fat or cholesterol. It\u2019s a good choice for everyday eating because it supports a balanced plate\u2014especially when you pair it with protein (like fish, chicken, or tofu) and a sensible portion of rice or other carbs. Since it\u2019s low in fat and cholesterol, it\u2019s also a helpful option for keeping meals lighter.","healthier_tips":["Use it as your ulam: aim for about 1\u20132 servings of vegetables per day (more if you\u2019re replacing a heavier side).","Pair with lean protein (fish, eggs, tofu, chicken) and keep rice to a reasonable portion for each full meal.","For cooking, go easy on oil and choose boil, saut\u00e9 with minimal oil, or stir-fry with garlic\/onion and a splash of broth.","If you\u2019re eating it as a snack side, keep the portion small and still prioritize your 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks."]},"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\/limang-sugat-young-lvs?agent=true"}}}