{"data":{"name":"Fudge, yam","slug":"fudge-yam","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Pastilyas","ube"],"category":{"name":"Sugars and Sweets","slug":"sugars-and-sweets"},"description":"Fudge made from yam (a sweet, dessert-like spread or candy). It\u2019s mainly a sweetener made with yam and sugar, so it\u2019s high in carbohydrates and sugar.","common_uses_philippines":["Ube halaya","yam cake (kakanin-style)","ginataang kamote","sweet potato dessert","cassava cake"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":349,"protein_g":8,"fat_g":1.5,"saturated_fat_g":0.93,"carbohydrates_g":75.9,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":58.6,"sodium_mg":163,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":3,"calcium_mg":120,"cholesterol_mg":4,"iron_mg":3,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.39,"phosphorus_mg":111,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.08,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":13,"total_ash_g":2,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.47,"vitamin_a_ug":12,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.06,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.13,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.3,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":12.6},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 tsp","weight_g":5,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"This fudge gives quick energy from carbohydrates (about 75.9g per 100g) and has some fat (about 1.5g, with saturated fat about 0.93g). It also contains a lot of sugar (about 58.6g) and very little fiber (0g), so it can raise blood sugar faster and may leave you less full compared to higher-fiber snacks. It has a small amount of sodium (about 163mg) and some cholesterol (about 4mg). If you enjoy it, it\u2019s best to keep portions small and treat it as an occasional sweet, especially if you\u2019re having it alongside other carb-heavy foods in the day.","healthier_tips":["Keep it as a small portion (e.g., a few pieces or 1\u20132 tablespoons) and pair it with a more filling snack like fruit or plain yogurt to balance your meal\/snack.","Since it\u2019s low in fiber, try not to make it your main snack\u2014use it after meals instead of between meals when you can.","Watch the rest of the day\u2019s carbs: if you have rice, bread, or noodles, reduce the amount of other sweet treats so your total sugar stays reasonable.","Choose options with less added sugar when available, or mix small amounts into oatmeal\/fruit for a lighter sweet taste."]},"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\/fudge-yam?agent=true"}}}