{"data":{"name":"Rice gruel, thin","slug":"rice-gruel-thin","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Lugaw","malabnaw"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Rice gruel, thin (lugaw\/arroz caldo style when made watery). It\u2019s basically rice cooked with lots of water, so it\u2019s lighter in texture and usually eaten as a warm meal or snack.","common_uses_philippines":["Lugaw (rice porridge)","Arroz caldo","Mami (rice noodles soup","similar comfort base)","Champorado (rice chocolate porridge)","Goto (beef tripe rice porridge)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":71,"protein_g":1.4,"fat_g":1.1,"saturated_fat_g":0.9,"carbohydrates_g":13.9,"fiber_g":0.1,"sugars_g":0.1,"sodium_mg":1,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":7,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.09,"phosphorus_mg":15,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.04,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":0.8,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.13,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.2,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":82.8},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 cup","weight_g":156.67,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"This food gives quick energy from carbohydrates (about 13.9 g per 100 g). It\u2019s also usually easier to eat when you\u2019re busy or not feeling well. However, it can be low in fiber (only about 0.1 g) and has a small amount of fat, including saturated fat (0.9 g). Sodium is also present (about 1,000 mg per 100 g), so it\u2019s best to watch portions\u2014especially if you add salty toppings or broth. Balance it with protein and vegetables so your meals stay more filling and steady.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions for a meal or snack: use it as your carb base, not the only food on the plate.","Add protein: top with shredded chicken, egg, tofu, or fish to help you feel full longer.","Add vegetables: include sayote, pechay, carrots, or leafy greens to increase fiber and micronutrients.","Go easy on salty add-ons: limit extra fish sauce, patis, or salty toppings; taste first.","If you\u2019re having it as a snack, pair it with fruit or yogurt to round out the meal."]},"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\/rice-gruel-thin?agent=true"}}}