{"data":{"name":"Fish ball, fried","slug":"fish-ball-fried","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Fish ball, fried. It\u2019s a fish-based snack or side that\u2019s usually coated and deep-fried, so it\u2019s higher in oil and sodium.","common_uses_philippines":["Fish ball (kwek-kwek style)","Ginataang isda with vegetables","Fish balls in miki\/arcade-style noodles","Tokwa\u2019t baboy (as a fried snack comparison)","Fish ball soup"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":266,"protein_g":10.3,"fat_g":10.2,"saturated_fat_g":6.42,"carbohydrates_g":33.3,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0.8,"sodium_mg":1723,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":49,"cholesterol_mg":42,"food_type_g":1,"iron_mg":0.6,"monounsaturated_fat_g":2.64,"phosphorus_mg":102,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.76,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":5,"total_ash_g":2.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":3.4,"vitamin_a_ug":5,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.06,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.4,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":43.8},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":5.58,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"This food can help meet your protein needs (good for building and repairing body tissues). But per 100g, it\u2019s also higher in saturated fat (6.42g) and sodium (1723mg), which can add up if you eat it often. It also has carbohydrates (33.3g) with low fiber (0g), so it may not keep you full as long unless paired with fiber-rich foods. Balance it within your day\u2019s meals and snacks\u2014especially since fried items can be easy to overeat.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions small: treat fish balls as a snack\/side, not the main of the meal.","Pair with fiber-rich options like vegetables (e.g., cabbage, pechay, carrots) or a side of brown rice\/whole grains to improve fullness.","Choose sauces carefully: go lighter on salty dips (soy-based, chili with lots of salt).","For 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks a day, limit fried fish balls to occasionally, and balance the rest of the day with leaner protein or non-fried dishes.","Try healthier cooking when possible: baked\/air-fried fish balls or fish-based soups with less oil.","Everything in moderation\u2014enjoying it sometimes is fine, especially when you balance it with healthier sides."]},"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\/fish-ball-fried?agent=true"}}}