{"data":{"name":"Prickly chaff-flower, lvs","slug":"prickly-chaff-flower-lvs","scientific_name":"Achyranthes aspera","alternate_names":["Lupo-lupo\/Hangod"],"category":{"name":"Herbs and Spices","slug":"herbs-and-spices"},"description":"Prickly chaff-flower leaves (a leafy vegetable).","common_uses_philippines":["Pinakbet","Sinigang (with leafy greens)","Ginisang dahon","Tinola (add leafy greens)","Vegetable soup"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":72},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":59,"protein_g":6.4,"fat_g":1,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":6.2,"fiber_g":4.1,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":47,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":6555,"calcium_mg":158,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0,"phosphorus_mg":59,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":546,"total_ash_g":1.4,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.13,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.48,"vitamin_b3_mg":1,"vitamin_c_mg":30,"water_g":85},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"For a 100 g serving, it\u2019s low in calories (59 kcal) and has a good amount of dietary fiber (4.1 g), which helps keep your digestion regular and supports feeling full. It also has some carbohydrates (6.2 g) but not heavy on sugar. Sodium is relatively low (47 mg), which is helpful for everyday meals. The small fat (1.0 g) and zero cholesterol also make it a light, easy-to-add veggie for your daily plate.","healthier_tips":["Pair it with a balanced meal: add a serving of rice or other carbs, plus a lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs), then top with this leafy vegetable.","For snacks, you can include it as part of a simple meal (e.g., veggie soup) rather than making it the only food.","Keep cooking methods gentle: stir-fry with minimal oil or boil\/simmer, and avoid adding too much salty sauce.","If you\u2019re watching sodium, taste first before adding bagoong, patis, or extra salt."]},"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\/prickly-chaff-flower-lvs?agent=true"}}}