{"data":{"name":"Locust","slug":"locust","scientific_name":"Locusta migratoria manilensis","alternate_names":["Balang"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Locust (grasshopper), a type of insect food eaten as a protein source. For 100g, it provides about 147 kcal, with 4.3g fat and 13.4g carbohydrates (most of the energy comes from the overall mix of nutrients).","common_uses_philippines":["Inihaw na locust","Ginataang locust","Adobong locust","Locust sisig","Locust with garlic rice","Locust stir-fry with vegetables"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":81},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":147,"protein_g":13.7,"fat_g":4.3,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":13.4,"fiber_g":null,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":null,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"calcium_mg":102,"iron_mg":1,"total_ash_g":2.3,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":66.3},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Locust can be a practical protein option for everyday meals, especially when you want variety beyond common meats. The protein role supports muscle repair and helps you feel full. The carbohydrates can also provide some energy, which is useful if you\u2019re active. Since it has some fat, pairing it with plenty of vegetables and using reasonable portions can help keep your overall meal balanced\u2014especially if you\u2019re having it as one of your 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks in the day.","healthier_tips":["Use locust as a protein add-on (e.g., in rice meals or viands) and pair with non-starchy vegetables like kangkong, pechay, or ampalaya.","Watch portion size: start with a small serving, then add more veggies for volume and fiber.","Choose cooking methods like boiled, grilled, or lightly saut\u00e9ed instead of deep-frying.","Go easy on salty sauces (soy, patis, seasoning mixes) and balance flavor with herbs, calamansi, and spices.","If you eat it on a busy day, balance the rest of the day with whole grains and fruit in your snacks."]},"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\/locust?agent=true"}}}