{"data":{"name":"Melon, honey dew","slug":"melon-honey-dew","scientific_name":"Cucumis melo","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Fruits","slug":"fruits"},"description":"Honeydew melon (a type of melon). It\u2019s a juicy, sweet fruit, usually eaten as a snack or part of fruit platters.","common_uses_philippines":["Fruit salad","halo-halo (fruit toppings)","fresh fruit platter","ginataan with fruit (fruit portion)","watermelon\/melon juice"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":84},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":42,"protein_g":0.3,"fat_g":0.3,"saturated_fat_g":0.08,"carbohydrates_g":9.5,"fiber_g":0.8,"sugars_g":8.3,"sodium_mg":18,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":10,"calcium_mg":18,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.01,"phosphorus_mg":12,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.13,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":1,"total_ash_g":0.3,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.14,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.4,"vitamin_c_mg":8,"water_g":89.6},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 slice","weight_g":100,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Honeydew melon is low in fat and cholesterol, and it provides some dietary fiber (helps with regular digestion). It also has natural sugars (8.3 g per 100 g), so it\u2019s best to enjoy it in sensible portions\u2014especially if you\u2019re also having rice, bread, or other sweet snacks in the same day. The sodium is very low, which is good for everyday heart-friendly eating. Overall, it\u2019s a refreshing option that can help you add more plant-based foods to your 3 meals plus 1\u20132 snacks a day.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a snack: aim for about 1 cup (around 150 g) per serving, then pair with protein for better fullness (e.g., yogurt or a small handful of nuts).","If you\u2019re adding it to meals, keep it to a side portion so it doesn\u2019t replace vegetables or viand you need for balanced meals.","Choose fresh over canned (especially those in syrup) to avoid extra added sugar.","For sweetness cravings, combine honeydew with other fruits and avoid adding too much honey or condensed milk."]},"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\/melon-honey-dew?agent=true"}}}