{"data":{"name":"Libas fruit, unripe","slug":"libas-fruit-unripe","scientific_name":"Spondias pinnata","alternate_names":["Common hog plum fruit","unripe"],"category":{"name":"Fruits","slug":"fruits"},"description":"Libas fruit (unripe) \u2014 a sour, crunchy wild fruit usually eaten as a vegetable\/side or mixed into dishes. For 100g, it\u2019s about 40 kcal and has around 3g fiber and 8.9g carbs.","common_uses_philippines":["Kinilaw (with libas)","Sinigang (with libas as sour ingredient)","Mixed vegetable salad (libas + tomatoes\/cucumber)","Chopped libas side dish (with bagoong or vinegar)","Relish\/condiment-style libas (vinegar-based)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":80},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":40,"protein_g":0.8,"fat_g":0.1,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":8.9,"fiber_g":3,"sugars_g":2.7,"sodium_mg":8,"potassium_mg":63},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":73,"calcium_mg":25,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.2,"phosphorus_mg":5,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":6,"total_ash_g":0.3,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.2,"vitamin_c_mg":3,"water_g":89.9,"zinc_mg":0.1},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Libas is a good choice for adding fiber to your meals (about 3g per 100g). Fiber helps keep you full longer and supports healthy digestion. It also has low fat (about 0.1g) and very low sodium (about 8mg), which is helpful for everyday eating. The carbs and natural sugars are present (about 8.9g carbs, 2.7g sugar), so it works best as part of a balanced plate\u2014especially when paired with protein and other non-starchy vegetables.","healthier_tips":["Use libas as a side or mix-in for your 3 full meals (e.g., with viand or as part of a fresh salad).","Pair it with protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and fiber-rich veggies to make your plate more filling.","If you\u2019re having it as a snack, keep the portion small and avoid adding lots of sugar or sweet sauces.","For best digestion, wash well and eat it fresh or lightly prepared."]},"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\/libas-fruit-unripe?agent=true"}}}