{"data":{"name":"Melon, watermelon","slug":"melon-watermelon","scientific_name":"Citrullus lanatus","alternate_names":["Pakwan"],"category":{"name":"Fruits","slug":"fruits"},"description":"Melon (watermelon) is a sweet, juicy fruit that\u2019s commonly eaten as a snack or side\u2014often chilled and sliced.","common_uses_philippines":["Watermelon (fresh)","fruit salad (with watermelon)","halo-halo (watermelon as topping)","watermelon juice (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)","ginataan\/fruit cups with watermelon"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":62},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":31,"protein_g":0.1,"fat_g":0.2,"saturated_fat_g":0.02,"carbohydrates_g":7.2,"fiber_g":0.4,"sugars_g":5.6,"sodium_mg":1,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":100,"calcium_mg":8,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.2,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.05,"phosphorus_mg":7,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.07,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":8,"total_ash_g":0.2,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.12,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.2,"vitamin_c_mg":7,"water_g":92.3},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 slice","weight_g":150,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"For 100g, it\u2019s low in calories (31 kcal) and has very little fat and sodium, which makes it a light option for your daily eating. It also provides some dietary fiber (0.4g) to support digestion and carbohydrates mainly from natural sugars (5.6g). Because it\u2019s mostly water, it helps with hydration, and the fiber can help you feel a bit fuller compared to very low-fiber snacks. If you\u2019re watching sugar intake, enjoy it in reasonable portions\u2014especially if you\u2019re having it alongside other sweet foods.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a snack between meals (1\u20132 snacks\/day), aiming for about 1\u20132 cups depending on your appetite.","Pair with a protein or healthy fat for better fullness\u2014e.g., watermelon with plain yogurt, milk, or a small handful of nuts.","Choose fresh or less-sugary versions (watch out for sweetened juice or syrupy mixes).","If you\u2019re eating it after a heavy meal, keep the portion smaller to avoid too much sugar in one sitting."]},"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-watermelon?agent=true"}}}