{"data":{"name":"Arrowroot starch","slug":"arrowroot-starch","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Uraro starch"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Arrowroot starch (starch from the arrowroot plant). It\u2019s a fine, white starch used mainly as a thickener for soups, sauces, and desserts.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginataang halo-halo","Fruit salad with thickened syrup","Turon sauce\/thickened dessert topping","Sopas or lugaw (thickened)","Fruit jelly or nata-style desserts"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":351,"protein_g":0.1,"fat_g":0.5,"saturated_fat_g":0.1,"carbohydrates_g":86.4,"fiber_g":3.4,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":2,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":20,"calcium_mg":33,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":7.2,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.01,"phosphorus_mg":24,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.23,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":2,"total_ash_g":0.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.24,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b3_mg":0,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":12.6},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Arrowroot starch is mostly carbohydrates, so it can give quick energy\u2014useful for active days. It also has some fiber (about 3.4 g per 100 g), which can help support better digestion. It\u2019s very low in fat and has no sugar in the data, which makes it easier to fit into balanced meals. Keep an eye on portions though: because it\u2019s mostly starch, large servings can raise total carbs and calories for the day, especially if you\u2019re also eating rice, noodles, or bread at the same meal. Sodium is very low, which is good for everyday heart-friendly eating.","healthier_tips":["Use arrowroot starch as a thickener, not as a main staple\u2014start with small amounts and add more only if needed.","Pair it with protein and vegetables (e.g., chicken, fish, tofu, or beans + leafy greens or mixed veggies) so your meal stays balanced.","For snacks, consider smaller portions and pair with fruit or yogurt instead of making it the main snack.","If you\u2019re managing blood sugar, watch total carbs for the meal (rice\/noodles + starch thickened foods together can add up).","Prefer homemade sauces\/soups where you control added sugar and keep sodium low."]},"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\/arrowroot-starch?agent=true"}}}