{"data":{"name":"Pepper, chili fruit","slug":"pepper-chili-fruit","scientific_name":"Capsicum frutescens","alternate_names":["Sili","labuyo","bunga"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Pepper and chili fruit (like red or green chili peppers), used as a flavoring or added to meals for a spicy kick.","common_uses_philippines":["Sinigang","Bicol Express","Laing","Kare-kare","Ginataang gulay","Bistek Tagalog"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":89},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":75,"protein_g":4.8,"fat_g":2.2,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":9,"fiber_g":3.5,"sugars_g":5,"sodium_mg":14,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":4205,"calcium_mg":65,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":2.3,"phosphorus_mg":89,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":350,"total_ash_g":11.8,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.31,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.25,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.8,"vitamin_c_mg":69,"water_g":72.2},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Chili and pepper add flavor with relatively low calories (about 75 kcal per 100 g) and provide dietary fiber (around 3.5 g) which helps keep you full and supports healthy digestion. They also contain carbohydrates and sugar in smaller amounts, plus a small amount of sodium (about 14 mg). Since the sodium is low, they\u2019re a good way to boost taste without relying heavily on salty sauces\u2014just be mindful that the overall sodium can rise when chili is mixed with salty condiments (like patis, toyo, or bagoong).","healthier_tips":["Use chili\/pepper to flavor your meals instead of adding extra salty sauces.","For daily eating, include it in your 3 full meals and use it in 1\u20132 snacks only if it fits your appetite\u2014there\u2019s no need to overdo it.","If you have a sensitive stomach or heartburn, start with small amounts and adjust.","Pair with balanced plates: add chili\/pepper to veggies, lean proteins (fish, chicken, tofu), and moderate portions of rice or root crops."]},"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\/pepper-chili-fruit?agent=true"}}}