{"data":{"name":"Clam, tongue, head, blanched","slug":"clam-tongue-head-blanched","scientific_name":"Lingula unguis","alternate_names":["Balay","ulo","binanlian"],"category":{"name":"Aquatic Foods","slug":"aquatic-foods"},"description":"Blanched clam parts (tongue and head), a seafood protein dish where the clams are cooked briefly in hot water.","common_uses_philippines":["Sinigang na tahong","Kinilaw na tahong","Garlic butter clams","Alimasag or clam soup","Clam arroz caldo"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":null},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":79,"protein_g":5.9,"fat_g":2,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":9.4,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":null,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":64,"iron_mg":5.3,"phosphorus_mg":94,"total_ash_g":1.4,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.07,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.4,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":81.3},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Clams are a good protein source, which helps keep you full and supports muscle repair after daily activities. In this blanched version, calories are relatively moderate (about 79 kcal per 100 g) and fat is low (about 2 g). You\u2019ll also get some carbohydrates (about 9.4 g), but there\u2019s no sugar and no fiber listed for this item\u2014so pairing it with vegetables and\/or whole grains helps balance your meals. Since it\u2019s seafood, it\u2019s also important to make sure it\u2019s fresh and properly cooked for safe eating.","healthier_tips":["Pair with non-starchy vegetables (like pechay, kangkong, or ampalaya) to add fiber and volume to your meal.","Use it as your protein for one of your main meals (lunch or dinner), then keep the rice portion balanced.","Choose lighter seasonings: go easy on salty sauces; try herbs, calamansi, garlic, and vinegar for flavor.","If you\u2019re having it as a snack, keep the portion small and add a side of veggies or fruit.","Make sure the clams are well-cooked and handled cleanly."]},"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-tongue-head-blanched?agent=true"}}}