{"data":{"name":"Cracker, salted","slug":"cracker-salted","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Salted crackers\u2014crunchy, salty snack crackers that mainly provide carbohydrates.","common_uses_philippines":["Pancit Canton","Tinapay (bread)","Arroz Caldo","Lugaw","Siopao"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":480,"protein_g":9.6,"fat_g":19.9,"saturated_fat_g":3.81,"carbohydrates_g":65.5,"fiber_g":2.9,"sugars_g":1.3,"sodium_mg":961,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":10,"calcium_mg":38,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.8,"monounsaturated_fat_g":4.57,"phosphorus_mg":96,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":11.14,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":1,"total_ash_g":2,"unsaturated_fat_g":15.71,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.23,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.21,"vitamin_b3_mg":2.9,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":3},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":5,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Per 100 g, salted crackers are calorie-dense and high in carbs (about 65.5 g). They also contain 19.9 g total fat with 3.81 g saturated fat, and 961 mg sodium\u2014which can add up quickly if you snack often. The small amount of fiber (about 2.9 g) helps a bit with fullness, but it\u2019s still not as filling as whole foods. Since they\u2019re salty and easy to overeat, they\u2019re best for occasional snacking, especially if you\u2019re watching blood pressure or overall salt intake.","healthier_tips":["Choose smaller portions: try 1 small pack or 1\u20132 handfuls instead of eating from the big container.","Pair with something balanced: have crackers with protein (egg, tuna, chicken) or healthy fat (peanut butter in a thin spread) and add fruit or veggies on the side.","Balance your day: if you eat crackers as a snack, keep your next snack lighter (e.g., yogurt or fruit) and focus on a balanced full meal.","Look for options with lower sodium or less salty flavors when available.","Drink water and avoid using crackers as your \u201cmain\u201d food\u2014keep them as a snack.","Everything in moderation\u2014no food is strictly bad, but portion and frequency matter."]},"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\/cracker-salted?agent=true"}}}