{"data":{"name":"Taro petioles","slug":"taro-petioles","scientific_name":"Colocasia esculenta","alternate_names":["Gabi tangkay"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Taro petioles (the edible stalks\/leaf stems of taro), usually cooked like a vegetable. For 100g, it\u2019s low in calories and contains some fiber and carbs.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginisang taro petioles","Sinigang na taro petioles","Pinakbet with taro petioles","Bicol-style taro petioles (with coconut milk)","Taro petioles with bagoong"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":84},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":21,"protein_g":0.3,"fat_g":0.2,"saturated_fat_g":0.04,"carbohydrates_g":4.6,"fiber_g":1.6,"sugars_g":1.3,"sodium_mg":5,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":185,"calcium_mg":57,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.3,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.02,"phosphorus_mg":28,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.08,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":15,"total_ash_g":1.2,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.1,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.2,"vitamin_c_mg":10,"water_g":93.7},"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":"Taro petioles can help you feel full because they have dietary fiber (about 1.6g per 100g). The fiber supports regular digestion and can help balance blood sugar after meals. They\u2019re also naturally low in fat and sodium (about 5mg per 100g), which makes them a good everyday add-on to your plate. They do have carbohydrates (about 4.6g) and sugar (about 1.3g), so pairing them with protein and healthy fats at meals helps keep your overall meal balanced.","healthier_tips":["Use taro petioles as your vegetable side for lunch or dinner\u2014aim for about 1\u20132 cups cooked depending on your appetite and the rest of your meal.","Pair with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and a carb you can measure (rice, corn, or root crops) so your plate is balanced.","If you\u2019re having them as a snack, keep portions small and combine with protein (e.g., tofu or boiled egg) to stay satisfied.","Watch how it\u2019s cooked: go easy on added oil, coconut cream, or salty seasonings to keep sodium and calories 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\/taro-petioles?agent=true"}}}