{"data":{"name":"Sea cucumber","slug":"sea-cucumber","scientific_name":"Holothuria spp.","alternate_names":["Balatan\/Trepang"],"category":{"name":"Aquatic Foods","slug":"aquatic-foods"},"description":"Sea cucumber is a seafood (often dried or cooked) that\u2019s commonly used in soups and stews. In a 100 g serving, it\u2019s very low in fat and calories, and it provides a small amount of carbohydrates, with little to no sugar.","common_uses_philippines":["Sea cucumber soup (guisado-style)","tinola with seafood","arroz caldo with seafood","seafood sinigang","stir-fried sea cucumber with vegetables"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":23,"protein_g":5.1,"fat_g":0.1,"saturated_fat_g":0.01,"carbohydrates_g":0.3,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":554,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":132,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.8,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.01,"phosphorus_mg":5,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.02,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":0.6,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.03,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0,"vitamin_b2_mg":0,"vitamin_b3_mg":0,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":93.9},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":20,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Sea cucumber can fit well as a light protein option because it\u2019s low in calories and fat, and it has no cholesterol. It also has some sodium (about 554 mg per 100 g), which matters for people watching blood pressure\u2014especially if the sea cucumber is cooked with salty broth or added seasonings. Since it\u2019s not high in fiber, pairing it with vegetables and a balanced meal helps round out your plate.","healthier_tips":["For meals, pair sea cucumber with non-starchy veggies (e.g., pechay, kangkong, carrots, squash) and a sensible staple (rice, noodles, or root crops).","If it\u2019s dried, rinse and soak well if your recipe allows, and go easy on extra salt or salty sauces.","Because it\u2019s low in fiber, add a side of vegetables or a fruit portion during the day (within your usual 3 meals + 1\u20132 snacks).","Use it as part of your protein variety\u2014rotate with fish, chicken, eggs, tofu, and legumes.","Enjoy it in moderation, especially if you\u2019re aiming to limit sodium."]},"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\/sea-cucumber?agent=true"}}}