{"data":{"name":"Banana, tuldok","slug":"banana-tuldok","scientific_name":"Musa x paradisiaca","alternate_names":["Saging","tuldok\/tindok\/tandok"],"category":{"name":"Fruits","slug":"fruits"},"description":"Banana (tuldok) \u2014 a sweet fruit. In a 100g serving, it provides about 99 kcal and 23.3g carbohydrates, with 2.6g fiber and 12.3g sugar. It\u2019s very low in fat (0.2g) and sodium (1mg).","common_uses_philippines":["Turon","Banana cue","Saba con yelo","Ginataang bilo-bilo","Banana turon with caramel"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":76},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":99,"protein_g":1.1,"fat_g":0.2,"saturated_fat_g":0.07,"carbohydrates_g":23.3,"fiber_g":2.6,"sugars_g":12.3,"sodium_mg":1,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":1370,"calcium_mg":26,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.6,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.02,"phosphorus_mg":28,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.04,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":114,"total_ash_g":0.6,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.06,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.6,"vitamin_c_mg":26,"water_g":74.8},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Banana helps as an energy source for your daily meals and snacks. The fiber supports better digestion and helps you feel fuller, while the natural sugars give quick energy\u2014useful for active days. It\u2019s also a good choice when you want something sweet without much fat or sodium. Since it has carbohydrates and sugar, pairing it with protein or healthy fat (like milk, yogurt, nuts, or peanut butter) can help keep your snack more balanced and satisfying.","healthier_tips":["For snacks, try 1 small to medium banana (or about 100\u2013150g) and pair it with plain yogurt, milk, or a small handful of nuts for better balance.","If you\u2019re watching blood sugar, combine banana with protein\/fiber (e.g., banana + peanut butter, or banana + yogurt) instead of eating it alone.","Use it as a snack between your 3 full meals, not as a replacement for meals\u2014aim for 1\u20132 snacks a day.","Since it\u2019s naturally sweet, keep portions in mind\u2014enjoy it regularly, just not in very large amounts every time."]},"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\/banana-tuldok?agent=true"}}}