{"data":{"name":"Pepper, sweet\/bell, round, red","slug":"pepper-sweetbell-round-red","scientific_name":"Capsicum annuum var. annuum","alternate_names":["Sili","sweet\/bell","bilog","pula\/sili taban"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"This is sweet (bell) pepper\u2014round, red pepper, usually eaten as a vegetable (raw or cooked).","common_uses_philippines":["Pork Sinigang","Ginataang Gulay","Beef Caldereta","Chicken Afritada","Pancit Canton","Vegetable Stir-Fry"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":85},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":36,"protein_g":0.5,"fat_g":0.3,"saturated_fat_g":0.03,"carbohydrates_g":7.8,"fiber_g":2.5,"sugars_g":4.9,"sodium_mg":4,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":280,"calcium_mg":29,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.5,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0,"phosphorus_mg":45,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.07,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":23,"total_ash_g":0.5,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.07,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.05,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.06,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.9,"vitamin_c_mg":18,"water_g":90.9},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1\/2 cup (raw)","weight_g":40,"volume_ml":null},{"label":"1\/2 cup (cooked)","weight_g":45,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Sweet red pepper is low in calories but rich in dietary fiber (helps you feel full and supports healthy digestion). It also provides carbohydrates with some natural sugar, plus a small amount of fat and very low sodium, which makes it a good choice to add to meals without adding too much energy. The fiber and nutrients in peppers can help balance your plate\u2014especially when you\u2019re pairing them with rice, noodles, or viand.","healthier_tips":["Add bell pepper to your ulam or stir-fry with a lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and a moderate serving of rice.","For snacks, pair sliced bell pepper with hummus or plain yogurt (small portion) instead of salty crackers.","If you\u2019re cooking, use less oil and avoid heavy sauces; keep the flavor with garlic, onion, herbs, and a splash of vinegar or calamansi.","Aim to include colorful vegetables like this in at least 2 meals a day (one can be lunch or dinner, and another in breakfast or snacks if you like)."]},"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-sweetbell-round-red?agent=true"}}}