{"data":{"name":"Salt, coarse","slug":"salt-coarse","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Asin","magaspang"],"category":{"name":"Herbs and Spices","slug":"herbs-and-spices"},"description":"Coarse salt (salt used for seasoning and adding flavor to food).","common_uses_philippines":["Sinigang","Tinola","Adobo","Sinangag","Fried fish","Kare-kare"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":0,"protein_g":0,"fat_g":0,"saturated_fat_g":0,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":34836,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":267,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":5.5,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0,"phosphorus_mg":27,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":85.6,"unsaturated_fat_g":0,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0,"vitamin_b2_mg":0,"vitamin_b3_mg":0,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":14},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 tsp","weight_g":4,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Salt mainly provides sodium. Sodium helps balance fluids in the body, but too much can raise blood pressure over time. Since this is a seasoning (not eaten in large amounts), the key is how much you add during cooking and at the table. For everyday meals, keeping sodium within a reasonable level supports heart health and helps you avoid feeling thirsty or bloated from salty food. Everything in moderation\u2014salt can be part of a tasty diet, especially when balanced with vegetables, fruits, and proper portions of rice and ulam.","healthier_tips":["Use less salt in cooking; taste first before adding more.","Boost flavor with garlic, onion, ginger, calamansi, vinegar, herbs, and spices (like paminta, bay leaves) instead of extra salt.","Be mindful of salty condiments (toyo, patis, bagoong, instant seasoning). If you use them, reduce added salt.","For 3 full meals + 1\u20132 snacks: keep salty dishes (e.g., soup, fried viands, processed toppings) to not every meal, and pair them with more fresh vegetables.","If you\u2019re cooking for the family, consider serving a small salt portion on the side so each person can adjust to their taste."]},"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\/salt-coarse?agent=true"}}}