{"data":{"name":"Lime","slug":"lime","scientific_name":"Citrus aurantiifolia","alternate_names":["Dayap\/Key lime"],"category":{"name":"Fruits","slug":"fruits"},"description":"Lime (dayap) \u2014 a citrus fruit used as flavoring and for squeezing juice into drinks, viands, and sauces.","common_uses_philippines":["Sinigang","Kinilaw","Grilled fish with lime","Chicken adobo with lime","Sinampalukang manok","Mango-lime fruit salad"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":59},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":50,"protein_g":0.8,"fat_g":2.4,"saturated_fat_g":0.26,"carbohydrates_g":6.3,"fiber_g":2.3,"sugars_g":1.4,"sodium_mg":2,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":20,"calcium_mg":17,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.1,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.23,"phosphorus_mg":11,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.66,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":2,"total_ash_g":0.2,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.89,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.2,"vitamin_c_mg":41,"water_g":90.3},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Lime adds fiber (2.3 g per 100 g) which helps keep your digestion regular, and it also brings natural sweetness with relatively low sugar (1.4 g). It has low fat (2.4 g total, with 0.26 g saturated) and very little sodium (2 mg), so it\u2019s a good choice to boost taste without adding much salt. The carbohydrates are modest (6.3 g), making it easy to include alongside your usual meals and snacks.","healthier_tips":["Use lime juice to brighten flavor instead of adding extra salt or sugary sauces.","For meals: add lime as a finishing squeeze on grilled fish, chicken, or vegetables.","For snacks: try lime water (water + lime juice) or add lime to fruit for a refreshing, lighter option.","If you\u2019re watching fiber intake, start with smaller amounts; if you\u2019re okay with fiber, you can include the pulp too.","Keep portions simple: a few tablespoons of juice per serving is usually enough for 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\/lime?agent=true"}}}