{"data":{"name":"Palm sap, fermented","slug":"palm-sap-fermented","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Tuba"],"category":{"name":"Beverages","slug":"beverages"},"description":"Fermented palm sap (often used as a sweetener\/drink base). It\u2019s made from the sap of palm trees and then allowed to ferment, giving it a distinct sweet-tangy flavor.","common_uses_philippines":["tuba","lambanog (palm-based)","palm vinegar (sukang tuba)","palm sugar (as sweetener)","fermented palm sap drinks"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":35,"protein_g":0.2,"fat_g":0.3,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":7.9,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0.5,"sodium_mg":3,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":38,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.2,"phosphorus_mg":7,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":0.3,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.4,"vitamin_c_mg":8,"water_g":91.3},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Per 100 g, it has about 35 kcal and 7.9 g carbohydrates with 0.5 g sugar and very low fat and almost no cholesterol. It also has a small amount of sodium (3 mg). Since it\u2019s mainly used for sweetness, it can add up if you have it often\u2014especially alongside other sweet drinks or desserts. If you\u2019re using it to flavor meals or snacks, it\u2019s best to keep portions mindful so it won\u2019t crowd out more filling, nutrient-rich foods like ulam, vegetables, and whole grains.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a flavoring (small amount) rather than a main drink for frequent sipping.","Pair it with a balanced snack: e.g., fruit plus nuts, or yogurt plus oats, so you get more fiber and protein.","If you\u2019re having it with meals, keep your plate balanced: 1\/2 gulay, 1\/4 ulam, 1\/4 kanin (or swap with whole grains).","Watch total sweetness across the day\u2014remember you already have 3 meals plus 1\u20132 snacks."]},"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\/palm-sap-fermented?agent=true"}}}