{"data":{"name":"Snail, black","slug":"snail-black","scientific_name":"Pila luzonica","alternate_names":["Kuhol","itim"],"category":{"name":"Aquatic Foods","slug":"aquatic-foods"},"description":"Black snail (snail meat), a small shellfish that\u2019s commonly eaten as a protein source. In 100g, it provides about 79 kcal, with ~0.4g fat and ~6.6g carbohydrates, plus some sodium (~84mg).","common_uses_philippines":["Adobong kuhol","Kinilaw na kuhol","Sinigang na kuhol","Garlic butter snails (kuhol)","Kuhol with bagoong and vegetables"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":41},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":79,"protein_g":12.2,"fat_g":0.4,"saturated_fat_g":0.1,"carbohydrates_g":6.6,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":84,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":1650,"iron_mg":8.7,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.07,"phosphorus_mg":61,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.07,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":285,"total_ash_g":3.2,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.14,"vitamin_a_ug":285,"vitamin_b1_mg":0,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.12,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.8,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":77.6},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1\/3 cup","weight_g":50,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Snail can fit well in a balanced Filipino meal because it adds lean protein to help keep you full and support muscle maintenance. The fat is relatively low, and the sodium is present\u2014so it\u2019s best to watch how it\u2019s cooked (especially if it\u2019s salted, bagoong-based, or heavily seasoned). Since it has very little fiber, pairing it with vegetables and\/or whole grains helps round out your meal for better digestion and steadier energy.","healthier_tips":["Pair snail with lots of non-starchy veggies (e.g., kangkong, pechay, ampalaya, okra) and a measured serving of rice or other carbs.","Choose cooking methods that use less added salt: try ginger, garlic, herbs, and citrus for flavor.","For snacks, keep portions smaller and pair with water or unsweetened drinks.","If you\u2019re eating it often, vary your protein sources (fish, chicken, eggs, tofu) across the week.","Make sure it\u2019s properly cleaned and cooked to reduce food safety risks."]},"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\/snail-black?agent=true"}}}