{"data":{"name":"Clam paste, ginamos","slug":"clam-paste-ginamos","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Bagoong tulya","ginamos"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Clam paste (ginamos) is a salty, fermented seafood condiment made from clams. It\u2019s usually used as a flavoring or dip, not as a main viand.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginataang clam with ginamos","Sinigang with ginamos","Pinakbet with ginamos","Paksiw na may ginamos","Fried rice with ginamos"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":69,"protein_g":7.5,"fat_g":0.4,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":8.9,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0.6,"sodium_mg":2357,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"calcium_mg":207,"iron_mg":22.5,"phosphorus_mg":153,"total_ash_g":14.2,"vitamin_a_ug":110,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.12,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.6,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":69},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Clam paste can add protein and some carbs, but it\u2019s also high in sodium (about 2357 mg per 100 g), which can affect blood pressure if eaten often or in large amounts. It has a small amount of sugar and very little fiber, so it works best when paired with fiber-rich foods (like vegetables, fruits, and whole grains) and balanced meals.","healthier_tips":["Use a small amount as a seasoning (start with 1\u20132 teaspoons) instead of eating it like a main dish.","Balance it with fiber: add vegetables (e.g., kangkong, talong, repolyo) and\/or brown rice or whole grains.","For your 3 meals + 1\u20132 snacks: keep ginamos to one meal flavoring, then choose lower-sodium sides the rest of the day.","Rinse or dilute if your recipe allows, and avoid combining multiple salty condiments in the same dish (e.g., patis + bagoong + ginamos together)."]},"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\/clam-paste-ginamos?agent=true"}}}