{"data":{"name":"Pepper, chili lvs, boiled","slug":"pepper-chili-lvs-boiled","scientific_name":"Capsicum frutescens","alternate_names":["Sili","labuyo","dahon","nilaga"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Boiled pepper and chili leaves (pepper\/chili leaves), eaten as a leafy vegetable side.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginataang dahon ng sili","Pinakbet with chili leaves","Sinigang with pepper\/chili leaves","Bicol express with chili leaves (as ulam\/side)","Chopsuey with chili leaves"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":52,"protein_g":1.8,"fat_g":0.3,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":10.5,"fiber_g":null,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":4,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":2030,"calcium_mg":87,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.7,"phosphorus_mg":16,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":169,"total_ash_g":0.6,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.09,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.08,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.6,"vitamin_c_mg":5,"water_g":86.8},"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":"This is a low-calorie, vegetable-based food that adds flavor without much fat or cholesterol. With about 10.5g carbohydrates per 100g and very low sodium (4mg), it can help you build meals that are lighter while still giving you some energy. The pepper\/chili leaves also bring a natural kick that can make it easier to enjoy meals with less need for heavy sauces. Since it\u2019s boiled, it\u2019s also a practical way to include more plant foods in your daily pattern of 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a ulam\/side with rice or viand\u2014aim for about 1\u20132 handfuls per meal (adjust to your appetite).","Keep the cooking simple: boil or lightly saut\u00e9 with minimal oil.","If you\u2019re sensitive to spice, start with smaller portions and mix with milder vegetables.","Pair with a good protein source (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) so your meal stays balanced."]},"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\/pepper-chili-lvs-boiled?agent=true"}}}