{"data":{"name":"Eggplant, boiled","slug":"eggplant-boiled","scientific_name":"Solanum melongena","alternate_names":["Talong","nilaga\/Aubergine","boiled"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Boiled eggplant (talong). It\u2019s a starchy vegetable that\u2019s usually eaten as a side or mixed into viands.","common_uses_philippines":["Pinakbet","Tortang talong","Ginataang talong","Talong with bagoong","Eggplant salad"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":25,"protein_g":1,"fat_g":0.1,"saturated_fat_g":0.02,"carbohydrates_g":4.9,"fiber_g":1.5,"sugars_g":2,"sodium_mg":1,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":80,"calcium_mg":30,"cholesterol_mg":0,"food_type_g":1,"iron_mg":0.5,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.01,"phosphorus_mg":28,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.04,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":7,"total_ash_g":0.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.05,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.07,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.5,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":93.6},"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":"Eggplant is a good choice for everyday meals because it has dietary fiber (1.5 g per 100 g) to help you feel full and support healthy digestion. It also has low calories (25 kcal) and very low fat, which makes it easy to include in your 3 meals plus 1\u20132 snacks a day. The sugar (2 g) is naturally present, and the sodium (1 mg) is low when boiled\u2014so it\u2019s a nice option if you\u2019re watching salt. Since it has some carbohydrates (4.9 g), pairing it with lean protein and healthy fats helps make the meal more balanced.","healthier_tips":["Keep the serving around 1\u20132 cups cooked (about 100\u2013200 g) as a side, then add protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and a small amount of rice or carbs if needed.","Flavor with garlic, onion, tomatoes, vinegar, herbs instead of salty sauces; if using bagoong or patis, use a smaller amount.","If you\u2019re eating it as part of a viand, aim for a balanced plate: half vegetables, one-quarter protein, one-quarter rice\/starches.","For snacks, pair boiled eggplant with plain yogurt or boiled eggs (instead of sugary dips) to stay satisfied."]},"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\/eggplant-boiled?agent=true"}}}