{"data":{"name":"Moonfish, spotted","slug":"moonfish-spotted","scientific_name":"Mene maculata","alternate_names":["Chabeta\/Sapatero\/Kadis\/Hiwas\/Chabita\/Pateros\/Bilon"],"category":{"name":"Aquatic Foods","slug":"aquatic-foods"},"description":"Moonfish (spotted), a type of fish. In this serving, it\u2019s mostly protein with very low carbohydrates and fiber.","common_uses_philippines":["Spotted moonfish sinigang","grilled moonfish with calamansi","steamed fish with ginger and soy-vinegar","fish tinola","fried fish (pan-fried or air-fried)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":48},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":116,"protein_g":24.4,"fat_g":2,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":73,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":22,"iron_mg":1.2,"phosphorus_mg":227,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":240,"total_ash_g":1.3,"vitamin_a_ug":240,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.09,"vitamin_b3_mg":10.7,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":72.3},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Moonfish helps support muscle repair and keeps you full because it\u2019s a good source of protein. It also has a small amount of fat (about 2 g per 100 g), which is normal for fish. Sodium is present (about 73 mg per 100 g), so it\u2019s best to watch how it\u2019s cooked\u2014especially if it\u2019s salted, dried, or paired with salty sauces. Since it has no carbs and no sugar, it can fit well into balanced meals alongside rice, vegetables, and healthy fats.","healthier_tips":["Pair with 1\u20132 cups of vegetables (fresh or lightly cooked) and a sensible portion of rice or root crops\u2014especially for your main meals.","Choose cooking methods like grilling, steaming, or simmering instead of deep-frying.","Go easy on salty seasonings (bagoong, patis, soy sauce, extra salt). Use herbs, calamansi, garlic, and vinegar for flavor.","If you\u2019re having it as a snack, keep the portion smaller and add a fruit or veggie side for balance.","For weekly variety, rotate with other fish and seafood to diversify nutrients."]},"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\/moonfish-spotted?agent=true"}}}