{"data":{"name":"Malunggay leaves powder, dry","slug":"malunggay-leaves-powder-dry","scientific_name":"-","alternate_names":["-"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Malunggay leaves powder (dry) \u2014 a concentrated form of moringa leaves. It\u2019s usually mixed into soups, lugaw, tinola, sauces, or smoothies.","common_uses_philippines":["Tinola","Malunggay lugaw","Ginisang malunggay (with eggs or tofu)","Sinigang with malunggay","Pancit with malunggay powder"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":382,"protein_g":28.8,"fat_g":8.7,"saturated_fat_g":1.3,"carbohydrates_g":47,"fiber_g":26.1,"sugars_g":13.9,"sodium_mg":119,"potassium_mg":1544},"other_nutrients":{"arachidic_acid_g":0,"behenic_acid_g":0,"beta_carotene_ug":30884,"calcium_mg":5460,"capric_acid_g":0,"caproic_acid_g":0,"caprylic_acid_g":0,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":7.2,"lauric_acid_g":0,"lignoceric_acid_g":0,"linoleic_acid_g":0.44,"linolenic_acid_g":2.18,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0,"myristic_acid_g":0,"oleic_acid_g":0,"palmitic_acid_g":0.87,"phosphorus_mg":496,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":2.18,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":2574,"stearic_acid_g":0,"total_ash_g":10,"unsaturated_fat_g":2.18,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.88,"vitamin_b2_mg":2.18,"vitamin_b3_mg":13,"vitamin_c_mg":478,"water_g":5.5,"zinc_mg":2.1},"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":"Malunggay powder is rich in dietary fiber (26.1 g per 100 g), which helps keep you full and supports regular digestion\u2014useful when you\u2019re eating 3 meals plus 1\u20132 snacks a day. It also has healthy plant nutrients commonly found in leafy greens. At the same time, this powder is more calorie-dense than fresh leaves (382 kcal per 100 g) and it contains sugar (13.9 g) and sodium (119 mg). The fat (8.7 g) is present too, including saturated fat (1.3 g). That\u2019s why portion and frequency matter\u2014especially if you\u2019re adding it to already-salty or already-sweet meals.","healthier_tips":["Use a small amount (start with 1\u20132 tablespoons per serving) since it\u2019s concentrated.","Pair it with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and fiber-rich carbs (brown rice, kamote, oats) for balanced meals.","If you\u2019re making soup or lugaw, keep the broth light on salt; taste first before adding seasoning.","For snacks, try malunggay powder in unsweetened yogurt or oatmeal instead of sweet drinks.","Because it\u2019s calorie-dense, enjoy it in moderation as part of your daily routine\u2014no need to take large servings every day."]},"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\/malunggay-leaves-powder-dry?agent=true"}}}