{"data":{"name":"Eggplant","slug":"eggplant","scientific_name":"Solanum melongena","alternate_names":["Talong\/Aubergine"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Eggplant (talong) is a low-calorie vegetable, usually eaten as part of viands or cooked with garlic, tomatoes, and other veggies.","common_uses_philippines":["Tortang talong","Pinakbet","Ginisang talong","Adobong talong","Talong with bagoong"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":88},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":29,"protein_g":1.2,"fat_g":0.2,"saturated_fat_g":0.04,"carbohydrates_g":5.5,"fiber_g":1.6,"sugars_g":2.7,"sodium_mg":3,"potassium_mg":206},"other_nutrients":{"arachidic_acid_g":0,"behenic_acid_g":0,"beta_carotene_ug":45,"calcium_mg":11,"capric_acid_g":0,"caproic_acid_g":0,"caprylic_acid_g":0,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.3,"lauric_acid_g":0,"lignoceric_acid_g":0,"linoleic_acid_g":0.07,"linolenic_acid_g":0.01,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.02,"myristic_acid_g":0,"oleic_acid_g":0.02,"palmitic_acid_g":0.03,"phosphorus_mg":28,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.08,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":4,"stearic_acid_g":0.01,"total_ash_g":0.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.1,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.1,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.05,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.6,"vitamin_c_mg":3,"water_g":92.7,"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":"Eggplant is helpful for everyday meals because it\u2019s light in calories (about 29 kcal per 100g) and provides dietary fiber (1.6g per 100g) to support fullness and regular digestion. It also has small natural sugars (2.7g) and very low sodium (3mg), which makes it easier to fit into balanced Filipino meals. Since it has a bit of fat (0.2g) and some saturated fat (0.04g), the overall health impact depends a lot on how it\u2019s cooked\u2014especially the amount of oil used.","healthier_tips":["For 3 full meals + 1\u20132 snacks a day, include eggplant in your viand or side dish 1\u20132 times daily if it fits your budget and preference.","Use less oil: try saut\u00e9ing with a nonstick pan, or add a splash of water\/stock when cooking.","Pair it with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and fiber-rich carbs (brown rice, kamote, or whole grains) for a more complete plate.","If you\u2019re making tortang talong, keep the egg portion reasonable and avoid too much oil.","Season with herbs, garlic, onions, and tomatoes instead of relying on salty sauces."]},"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?agent=true"}}}