{"data":{"name":"Snow\/Sugar pea pod","slug":"snowsugar-pea-pod","scientific_name":"Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon","alternate_names":["Sitsaro"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Snow\/sugar pea pods are the edible pods of young peas. They\u2019re crunchy and sweet-tender, and they\u2019re usually eaten as a vegetable (like in stir-fries or soups).","common_uses_philippines":["Ginisang snow peas","Pancit with vegetables","Stir-fried mixed vegetables","Tinola with added greens","Vegetable soup"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":93},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":67,"protein_g":3,"fat_g":0.4,"saturated_fat_g":0.08,"carbohydrates_g":12.8,"fiber_g":4.1,"sugars_g":6.3,"sodium_mg":2,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":315,"calcium_mg":92,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.2,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.04,"phosphorus_mg":48,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.18,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":26,"total_ash_g":1.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.22,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.16,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.09,"vitamin_b3_mg":1,"vitamin_c_mg":67,"water_g":82.4},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"They\u2019re a good source of dietary fiber (4.1 g per 100 g), which helps you feel full and supports healthy digestion. They also provide carbohydrates (12.8 g) with some natural sugar (6.3 g), so they fit well as part of balanced meals\u2014especially when paired with protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and healthy fats (like a small amount of cooking oil). Low fat and very low sodium (2 mg) make them a handy choice for everyday meals.","healthier_tips":["Use pea pods as your extra vegetable in lunch or dinner: aim for about 1\u20132 cups per meal depending on your appetite.","Pair them with lean protein (egg, fish, chicken, tofu) to balance the meal.","For stir-fries, go easy on oil and sauce; add flavor with garlic, ginger, pepper, and a little soy sauce if needed.","If you\u2019re having them as a snack side, keep the portion small and combine with protein (e.g., boiled egg or yogurt) for better fullness."]},"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\/snowsugar-pea-pod?agent=true"}}}