{"data":{"name":"Malay gooseberry","slug":"malay-gooseberry","scientific_name":"Phyllanthus acidus","alternate_names":["Iba\/Karmay\/Bangkiling\/Tahitian gooseberry"],"category":{"name":"Fruits","slug":"fruits"},"description":"Malay gooseberry (locally known as \u201caml\u00e1\u201d or similar names depending on the area) is a tart, edible fruit often used as a fresh fruit or in drinks\/recipes. For every 100g, it\u2019s about 40 kcal and is naturally rich in dietary fiber.","common_uses_philippines":["Sinigang (with added fruit\/seasoning)","fruit salad","yogurt with fruit","homemade fruit drink","ginataang prutas (use less sugar)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":91},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":40,"protein_g":0.8,"fat_g":0.7,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":7.7,"fiber_g":3.5,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":7,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":35,"calcium_mg":34,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.9,"phosphorus_mg":22,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":3,"total_ash_g":0.6,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.6,"vitamin_c_mg":4,"water_g":90.2},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Malay gooseberry can support everyday health because it provides fiber (3.5g per 100g) to help you feel full and support regular digestion. It also has low fat (0.7g) and very low sodium (7mg), which makes it a good option to add to meals or snacks without pushing calories too high. Its carbohydrates mainly come with fiber, so it\u2019s generally a helpful choice when you\u2019re building balanced meals. If you\u2019re watching sugar intake, keep an eye on how it\u2019s prepared (e.g., avoid adding too much sugar in drinks).","healthier_tips":["Use it as a snack add-on: pair a small serving with plain yogurt or a handful of nuts for better balance.","If using in juice\/drinks, prefer less added sugar and keep portions small\u2014whole fruit or less-processed forms usually keep more fiber.","For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1\u20132 snacks), aim to include it in one snack or as part of a light fruit serving, not as a replacement for rice\/ulam\/viand.","Try it with meals that are higher in rice or bread\u2014fiber can help you feel satisfied."]},"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\/malay-gooseberry?agent=true"}}}