{"data":{"name":"Madras thorn","slug":"madras-thorn","scientific_name":"Pithecellobium dulce","alternate_names":["Camachile\/Kamatsile\/Manila tamarind"],"category":{"name":"Fruits","slug":"fruits"},"description":"Madras thorn (a leafy\/vegetable-type plant). It\u2019s usually eaten as a side dish or mixed into meals, and it\u2019s relatively low in fat but has natural sugars.","common_uses_philippines":["Pinakbet","Ginataang gulay","Sinigang na gulay","Adobong gulay","Vegetable chopsuey","Paksiw na gulay"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":50},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":93,"protein_g":3.2,"fat_g":0.4,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":19.1,"fiber_g":null,"sugars_g":16.6,"sodium_mg":19,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":15,"calcium_mg":13,"iron_mg":0.5,"phosphorus_mg":42,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":1,"total_ash_g":0.6,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.27,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.1,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.6,"vitamin_c_mg":143,"water_g":76.7},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"For health, madras thorn can help add volume and fiber-like benefits to your plate while keeping fat low (about 0.4g per 100g). It also provides carbohydrates and naturally occurring sugars (about 16.6g per 100g) and very low sodium (about 19mg per 100g), which makes it a good option for everyday meals. Since it still has carbs and sugars, it\u2019s best to pair it with protein and fiber-rich foods (like fish, eggs, beans, or brown rice) so your meals stay balanced and your energy lasts longer.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a vegetable side for lunch or dinner (about 1\u20132 cups cooked, depending on your appetite and the rest of your meal).","Pair with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and a smart carb portion (rice, corn, or root crops) to balance the carbs from the vegetable.","If you\u2019re watching sugar intake, keep portions steady\u2014natural sugars still add up when you eat large servings.","For snacks, you can include it in simple meals (e.g., with egg or tofu) rather than relying on sweetened pairings."]},"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\/madras-thorn?agent=true"}}}