{"data":{"name":"Lohuwa, sesame seed","slug":"lohuwa-sesame-seed","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Lohuwa is a sweet sesame seed snack (often sesame seeds mixed with sugar or syrup). It\u2019s usually eaten in small portions because it\u2019s energy-dense.","common_uses_philippines":["Lohuwa (sesame seed snack)","sesame candies","tahini-based spreads","ginataan with sesame topping","peanut-sesame brittle"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":473,"protein_g":10.7,"fat_g":19.1,"saturated_fat_g":7.93,"carbohydrates_g":64.5,"fiber_g":0.6,"sugars_g":45.7,"sodium_mg":434,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":65,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":2,"monounsaturated_fat_g":7.54,"phosphorus_mg":330,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":2.55,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":1.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":10.09,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.27,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b3_mg":2.3,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":4.3},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Sesame seeds provide healthy fats, but this lohuwa version can also be high in saturated fat (7.93 g per 100 g) and sugar (45.7 g per 100 g). It also has sodium (434 mg per 100 g), which can add up if you snack often. On the positive side, the fats help you feel satisfied, and sesame seeds are nutrient-rich. Since it\u2019s sweet and calorie-dense, it\u2019s best to enjoy it in small amounts, especially if you already have carbs and sweets in your day.","healthier_tips":["Keep portion small: treat lohuwa as a snack, not a main food\u2014about a few tablespoons or a small piece, then pair it with something filling like fruit or plain yogurt.","Balance your day: if you eat lohuwa, reduce other sweet snacks (cakes, candies, sweet drinks) so your total sugar stays reasonable.","Choose water or unsweetened drinks instead of soda\/juice to avoid adding more sugar.","If you\u2019re watching cholesterol or saturated fat, limit how often you eat lohuwa and rotate with nuts\/whole fruits instead.","For a fuller snack, combine with fiber foods (e.g., banana, apple, or a small serving of oats) to support better fullness."]},"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\/lohuwa-sesame-seed?agent=true"}}}