{"data":{"name":"Pasta, spaghetti","slug":"pasta-spaghetti","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Pasta, specifically spaghetti (cooked). It\u2019s mainly a carbohydrate food that gives energy for your daily activities.","common_uses_philippines":["Spaghetti","Filipino-style macaroni salad","Pancit canton (pancit noodles)","Baked macaroni","Lasagna"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":361,"protein_g":12.4,"fat_g":1.1,"saturated_fat_g":0.2,"carbohydrates_g":75.4,"fiber_g":3.2,"sugars_g":2.7,"sodium_mg":6,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":1,"calcium_mg":43,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":3.5,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.12,"phosphorus_mg":92,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.41,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":1,"total_ash_g":0.6,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.53,"vitamin_a_ug":1,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.38,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.31,"vitamin_b3_mg":2.8,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":10.5},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Per 100g, spaghetti has about 361 kcal and 75.4g carbohydrates, which help fuel your body, especially if you\u2019re eating it as part of your 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks. It also has 3.2g fiber (good for digestion) and 2.7g sugar (naturally present). The fat is low (1.1g), with 0.2g saturated fat, and very low sodium in this cooked form. If you pair it with salty sauces (like some canned or processed sauces), sodium can rise\u2014so it\u2019s best to watch what you mix in.","healthier_tips":["Balance the plate: pair spaghetti with lean protein (chicken, tuna, eggs, tofu) and non-starchy vegetables (broccoli, carrots, pechay, mushrooms).","Portion guide: start with about 1 cup cooked spaghetti per meal, then add more vegetables and protein if you\u2019re still hungry.","Boost fiber: choose whole wheat pasta when available, or add extra veggies and beans.","Watch the sauce: go easy on salty toppings; use herbs, garlic, onions, and tomato-based sauce in reasonable amounts.","Snack timing: if you eat spaghetti for lunch or dinner, keep snacks lighter (e.g., fruit, yogurt, nuts in small portions) so your total carbs for the day stay balanced."]},"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\/pasta-spaghetti?agent=true"}}}