{"data":{"name":"Malibaddu","slug":"malibaddu","scientific_name":"Syzygium lineatum","alternate_names":["Lubeg"],"category":{"name":"Foraged Foods","slug":"foraged-foods"},"description":"Malibaddu is a type of leafy vegetable (often used like a side dish or mixed into meals). Per 100 g, it\u2019s about 50 kcal and is low in fat and sodium.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginisang malibaddu","Tinola with malibaddu","Sinigang with malibaddu","Adobong gulay (malibaddu)","Pakbet (with malibaddu)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":79},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":50,"protein_g":1.2,"fat_g":0.2,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":10.8,"fiber_g":null,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":11,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":500,"calcium_mg":46,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.4,"phosphorus_mg":23,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":42,"total_ash_g":0.8,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.05,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.08,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.4,"vitamin_c_mg":1049,"water_g":87},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Leafy vegetables like malibaddu help you add fiber-rich, low-calorie volume to your meals, which can support better fullness and easier portion control. It also has very low fat and no cholesterol, making it a good everyday choice. With carbohydrates around 10.8 g per 100 g and sodium around 11 mg, it\u2019s generally a lighter option compared with many salty viands\u2014still, your overall sodium will depend on how it\u2019s cooked (e.g., bagoong, patis, or salty seasonings).","healthier_tips":["Pair malibaddu with a complete meal: 1 palm-sized protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) + 1\u20132 fists of rice depending on your activity + 1\u20132 cups of vegetables like malibaddu.","For snacks (1\u20132 per day), keep it simple: enjoy it as part of a light meal (e.g., with egg or tofu) rather than adding lots of salty sauces.","When cooking, go easy on bagoong, patis, and extra salt. Try aromatics instead (garlic, onion, ginger, calamansi, herbs).","Aim for consistency: include leafy veggies in most days across your 3 full meals."]},"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\/malibaddu?agent=true"}}}