{"data":{"name":"Papaya, young lvs","slug":"papaya-young-lvs","scientific_name":"Carica papaya","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Young papaya leaves (papaya, young lvs) \u2014 a leafy vegetable commonly cooked as \u201cpapaya leaves\u201d in soups, stir-fries, or with garlic and bagoong (depending on the recipe).","common_uses_philippines":["Papaya leaves with garlic","Ginataang papaya leaves","Saut\u00e9ed papaya leaves with bagoong","Papaya leaves soup","Pinakbet (with papaya leaves)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":78},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":106,"protein_g":6.1,"fat_g":1.6,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":16.7,"fiber_g":null,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":2,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":16130,"calcium_mg":373,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.8,"phosphorus_mg":98,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":1344,"total_ash_g":2.1,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.15,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.72,"vitamin_b3_mg":2.1,"vitamin_c_mg":181,"water_g":73.5},"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":"Young papaya leaves are a good choice for everyday meals because they add volume and fiber-like fullness with relatively low calories (about 106 kcal per 100g). They also have very low sodium (about 2 mg per 100g) and minimal fat (about 1.6 g), which makes them easier to fit into balanced meals. Since the carbs are 16.7 g per 100g, pairing them with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and moderate portions of rice helps keep your meals satisfying without overdoing starch.","healthier_tips":["Cook with less oil: use garlic, onions, and herbs for flavor.","If you use bagoong or salty sauces, keep the amount small to avoid adding extra sodium.","Pair with protein: e.g., fish, eggs, tofu, or chicken to make it a complete meal.","For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1\u20132 snacks), include papaya leaves in lunch or dinner, and keep rice portion to about 1\/2 to 1 cup per meal depending on your needs.","If you\u2019re watching blood sugar, still enjoy it\u2014just keep the rice\/noodles portion in check."]},"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\/papaya-young-lvs?agent=true"}}}