{"data":{"name":"Bilimbi, dried","slug":"bilimbi-dried","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Kamyas","tuyo"],"category":{"name":"Fruits","slug":"fruits"},"description":"Dried bilimbi (kamias) \u2014 a sour fruit preserved by drying. It\u2019s usually eaten as a tangy side flavor or snack, often mixed into meals or enjoyed as a sweet-sour treat.","common_uses_philippines":["Sinigang na baboy or hipon with bilimbi","Kinilaw with bilimbi (kamias) garnish","Bilimbi (kamias) chutney or condiment","Dried bilimbi as a sweet-sour snack","Ginataang gulay with kamias (as a tangy side flavor)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":401,"protein_g":11.4,"fat_g":9,"saturated_fat_g":0.52,"carbohydrates_g":68.5,"fiber_g":null,"sugars_g":42.6,"sodium_mg":21,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":180,"calcium_mg":264,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":21.1,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.82,"phosphorus_mg":104,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":5.02,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":15,"total_ash_g":3.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":5.84,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.06,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.16,"vitamin_b3_mg":3.7,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":7.7},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Dried bilimbi is energy-dense (about 401 kcal per 100g) and provides mostly carbohydrates, with a lot of sugar (42.6g) and some sodium (21mg). It can still be a good way to add flavor to meals, which may help you enjoy healthier food choices. At the same time, because it\u2019s high in sugar and calories, it\u2019s best to keep portions small\u2014especially if you already have sweet items in your day. The fat content is present (9g total, 0.52g saturated), but the bigger things to watch are sugar and overall calorie intake.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a flavor accent: start with 1\u20132 tablespoons (or a small piece) per serving, not a full bowl.","Pair it with balanced meals: combine with rice\/ulam and a protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and add non-starchy vegetables to round out your plate.","If you\u2019re having it as a snack, choose one sweet-sour item only for that snack, and drink water or unsweetened drinks.","Check your day\u2019s sugar: if you already had dessert or sweet drinks, make dried bilimbi your \u201csmall portion\u201d sweet for the day.","For cooking, add it gradually\u2014its strong sour taste means you don\u2019t need much."]},"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\/bilimbi-dried?agent=true"}}}