{"data":{"name":"Coastal jack-bean seed, dried","slug":"coastal-jack-bean-seed-dried","scientific_name":"Canavalia rosea","alternate_names":["Pataning-dagat buto","tuyo"],"category":{"name":"Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds","slug":"legumes-nuts-and-seeds"},"description":"Dried coastal jack-bean seeds (also called jack beans). They\u2019re a plant-based legume used like other beans\u2014so they\u2019re typically cooked (boiled\/soaked first) before eating.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginataang jack beans","Jack beans with rice","Jack beans salad","Jack beans stew","Pinakbet with jack beans"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":82},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":364,"protein_g":24.1,"fat_g":2.8,"saturated_fat_g":0.47,"carbohydrates_g":60.7,"fiber_g":25.4,"sugars_g":5.8,"sodium_mg":13,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":210,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.6,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.34,"phosphorus_mg":318,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":1.17,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":3,"unsaturated_fat_g":1.51,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.3,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.17,"vitamin_b3_from_tryptophan_mg":7.5,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.8,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":9.4},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Jack beans are a good source of fiber (about 25 g per 100 g), which helps keep you full and supports healthy digestion. They also provide carbohydrates and some healthy plant fats, with low saturated fat for a legume. The sugar is relatively low, and sodium is low. Since they\u2019re dried and energy-dense (364 kcal per 100 g), portion size matters\u2014especially if you\u2019re adding them to meals already rich in rice or other carbs.","healthier_tips":["Cook properly: soak and boil until tender before eating.","Use a portion that fits your meal: aim for about 1\/2 to 1 cup cooked per meal, depending on your rice and other sides.","Pair with vegetables (like kangkong, ampalaya, or mixed greens) to balance your plate.","If you\u2019re having jack beans as a snack, keep it smaller (e.g., a few tablespoons to 1\/2 cup cooked) and drink water.","To manage calories, avoid adding too much oil or salty toppings."]},"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\/coastal-jack-bean-seed-dried?agent=true"}}}