{"data":{"name":"Chips, shrimp crackers","slug":"chips-shrimp-crackers","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Chips and shrimp crackers are crunchy, salty snack foods made mainly from starchy ingredients, with shrimp flavoring. They\u2019re usually eaten as a snack or \u201cpang-meryenda,\u201d not as a full meal.","common_uses_philippines":["Shrimp crackers (chicharon-style crackers)","Pritong isda with chips","Pancit canton with shrimp crackers","Chicharon chips as meryenda","Fried lumpia with crackers"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":462,"protein_g":6,"fat_g":18.4,"saturated_fat_g":13.8,"carbohydrates_g":68.1,"fiber_g":0.9,"sugars_g":2.2,"sodium_mg":740,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":10,"calcium_mg":156,"cholesterol_mg":2,"iron_mg":4.4,"phosphorus_mg":66,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":86,"total_ash_g":3,"vitamin_a_ug":85,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.06,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b3_mg":2,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":4.5},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Per 100g, they\u2019re high in calories (462 kcal) and carbohydrates (68.1g), with very low fiber (0.9g). They also have a lot of fat (18.4g), including high saturated fat (13.8g), and are high in sodium (740mg). Too much sodium can make it harder to manage blood pressure, and too much saturated fat can affect heart health over time. The good part: they\u2019re convenient and can fit into your daily eating pattern when portioned well\u2014especially if you balance them with meals that have vegetables, lean protein, and enough fiber.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions small: aim for a handful (about 25\u201330g) instead of eating straight from the pack.","Pair with something filling: have it with a glass of water and a side of fruit (like orange\/banana\/guava) or veggies (like cucumber\/tomato) to add fiber.","Balance your day: since you already have 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks, choose chips\/shrimp crackers as one snack and keep the other snack lighter (e.g., yogurt, boiled egg, or fruit).","Watch frequency: enjoy occasionally, not daily, especially if you\u2019re also eating salty viands or instant noodles.","If you can, look for lower-sodium or baked\/less-oily versions."]},"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\/chips-shrimp-crackers?agent=true"}}}