{"data":{"name":"Cucumber","slug":"cucumber","scientific_name":"Cucumis sativus","alternate_names":["Pipino"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Cucumber (fresh). It\u2019s a watery, low-calorie vegetable that\u2019s usually eaten raw in salads or as a crunchy side.","common_uses_philippines":["Ensaladang pipino","kinilaw with cucumber","cucumber salad with tomatoes and onions","sinigang with cucumber slices","fresh cucumber with bagoong (use a light amount)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":88},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":16,"protein_g":0.5,"fat_g":0.1,"saturated_fat_g":0.01,"carbohydrates_g":3.2,"fiber_g":0.7,"sugars_g":2.1,"sodium_mg":13,"potassium_mg":108},"other_nutrients":{"arachidic_acid_g":0,"behenic_acid_g":0,"beta_carotene_ug":15,"calcium_mg":12,"capric_acid_g":0,"caproic_acid_g":0,"caprylic_acid_g":0,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.1,"lauric_acid_g":0,"lignoceric_acid_g":0,"linoleic_acid_g":0,"linolenic_acid_g":0,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0,"myristic_acid_g":0,"oleic_acid_g":0,"palmitic_acid_g":0.01,"phosphorus_mg":17,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":1,"stearic_acid_g":0,"total_ash_g":0.3,"unsaturated_fat_g":0,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.1,"vitamin_c_mg":2,"water_g":95.9,"zinc_mg":0},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1\/2 cup (raw)","weight_g":40,"volume_ml":null},{"label":"1\/2 cup (cooked)","weight_g":45,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Cucumber is light on calories (about 16 kcal per 100 g) and helps add fiber (0.7 g) for better digestion and fullness. It also provides sugar naturally (2.1 g) and very little fat (0.1 g), including low saturated fat. Sodium is low (13 mg), which is helpful if you\u2019re watching salt intake. The fiber and water content make it a great \u201cvolume\u201d food for your meals and snacks without weighing you down.","healthier_tips":["For meals: add cucumber to your ulam or side (e.g., with tomatoes, onions, and a squeeze of calamansi).","For snacks: pair cucumber sticks with plain yogurt or a small serving of nuts\/boiled egg for better balance.","Watch the dressing: keep sauces and salty toppings light (too much soy sauce, bagoong, or salty dip can raise sodium).","Try different textures: eat it raw, or add it to soups and ginataan-free viands for crunch."]},"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\/cucumber?agent=true"}}}