{"data":{"name":"Cornstarch","slug":"cornstarch","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Cereals and Grains","slug":"cereals-and-grains"},"description":"Cornstarch is a fine white powder made from corn. It\u2019s commonly used as a thickener for sauces, soups, and desserts (like pudding) rather than eaten as a main food.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginataang mais","Corn pudding","Thickened chicken or pork sauce (starch-thickened)","Fruit salad with cornstarch-based topping","Banana cue sauce (cornstarch-thickened)","Sopas or stew thickened with cornstarch"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":370,"protein_g":0.3,"fat_g":0.3,"saturated_fat_g":0.05,"carbohydrates_g":91.5,"fiber_g":0.9,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":9,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":127,"cholesterol_mg":0,"food_type_g":1,"iron_mg":2.7,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.1,"phosphorus_mg":17,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.15,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":0.1,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.25,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.55,"vitamin_b2_mg":0,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.4,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":7.8},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1\/4 cup","weight_g":25,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Because cornstarch is mostly carbohydrates (about 91.5 g per 100 g), it can quickly add energy to your meal. It has very little fat and no sugar listed, and it provides a small amount of dietary fiber (about 0.9 g) and low sodium (about 9 mg). The main health point is portion: large amounts can raise your total carbs for the day, which may affect blood sugar and weight goals if you\u2019re not balancing it with protein and vegetables.","healthier_tips":["Use cornstarch in small amounts to thicken\u2014start with less, then add gradually until you reach the texture you want.","Pair it with protein (chicken, fish, tofu, eggs) and vegetables so your meals stay balanced.","If you\u2019re having it as a snack or dessert, keep it to 1 small serving and avoid stacking it with other high-carb snacks in the same day.","For soups\/sauces, add more vegetables and use broth-based recipes so the dish becomes more filling without relying only on thickening.","For desserts, consider using less cornstarch and add fruit or use unsweetened options to help manage overall sugar intake."]},"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\/cornstarch?agent=true"}}}