{"data":{"name":"Pigeon pea pod","slug":"pigeon-pea-pod","scientific_name":"Cajanus cajan","alternate_names":["Kadyos bunga\/kardis"],"category":{"name":"Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds","slug":"legumes-nuts-and-seeds"},"description":"Pigeon pea pod (often used like a vegetable\/legume pod). It\u2019s a plant-based food that provides carbohydrates and dietary fiber, with some protein.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginataang kalabasa at pigeon peas","Pinakbet with pigeon peas","Kare-kare with pigeon peas","Sinigang with pigeon peas","Mixed vegetable stew with pigeon peas"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":54},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":149,"protein_g":8.2,"fat_g":0.7,"saturated_fat_g":0.14,"carbohydrates_g":27.4,"fiber_g":9,"sugars_g":13.8,"sodium_mg":5,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":105,"calcium_mg":77,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.5,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.07,"phosphorus_mg":190,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.31,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":9,"total_ash_g":2,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.38,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.41,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.16,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.6,"vitamin_c_mg":16,"water_g":61.7},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Pigeon pea pod can help you feel full because it has dietary fiber (9g per 100g), which supports regular digestion. It also provides carbohydrates (27.4g) and sugar (13.8g), so it\u2019s best to pair it with protein and healthy fats in your meal for steadier energy. The good news: it has very low fat (0.7g) and no cholesterol. Sodium is also low (about 5mg), which is helpful for everyday heart-friendly eating. Since it\u2019s a legume-type food, it fits well in a balanced diet when portioned well.","healthier_tips":["For 3 full meals + 1\u20132 snacks a day, use pigeon pea pod as part of your lunch or dinner\u2014for example, add it to viands or mix into soups.","Start with a small serving (about 1\/2 to 1 cup cooked, depending on your usual rice portion), then adjust based on your hunger and activity.","Balance the plate: pair with lean protein (fish, chicken, eggs, tofu) and include non-starchy vegetables (like kangkong, pechay, ampalaya).","If you\u2019re watching blood sugar, keep an eye on the carb\/sugar portion\u2014avoid combining it with too much rice or noodles in the same serving.","Everything is okay in moderation\u2014so enjoy it regularly, not excessively."]},"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\/pigeon-pea-pod?agent=true"}}}