{"data":{"name":"Soup, veg alphabet, cnd","slug":"soup-veg-alphabet-cnd","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"This is a vegetable soup (veg-forward soup) \u2014 a light, savory dish with mixed vegetables. For every 100 g, it provides about 69 kcal, with carbohydrates (12 g), dietary fiber (1.5 g), and relatively low fat (1.4 g).","common_uses_philippines":["Tinola","Sinigang","Laing","Vegetable Soup","Ginisang Gulay"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":69,"protein_g":2,"fat_g":1.4,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":12,"fiber_g":1.5,"sugars_g":4.6,"sodium_mg":494,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"calcium_mg":61,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.6,"phosphorus_mg":20,"total_ash_g":2.2,"vitamin_a_ug":55,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.34,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.4,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":82.4},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Vegetable soup is helpful for everyday meals because it adds fiber (1.5 g per 100 g) which supports fullness and smoother digestion. It also has low fat and no cholesterol. The sugar content (4.6 g) is naturally present in vegetables, but the sodium is fairly high (494 mg per 100 g), especially if the soup is seasoned with broth, bouillon, or salty toppings\u2014so it\u2019s best to watch portions and how it\u2019s prepared. Overall, it fits well as part of a balanced day when you pair it with a main viand and keep salt in check.","healthier_tips":["Use it as your pang-sabaw or starter: start with a bowl, then follow with your main viand and rice.","For lower sodium, choose less salty broth or use half the seasoning; add flavor with garlic, onion, herbs, and pepper.","Increase veggie variety (more colors) to boost fiber and micronutrients without adding many calories.","If you\u2019re having it as a snack, keep it to a small bowl and pair with a protein source if needed (e.g., boiled egg or tofu) to stay satisfied.","Because it\u2019s a savory soup, aim for moderation with salty ingredients\u2014balance it across your 3 meals and 1\u20132 snacks."]},"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\/soup-veg-alphabet-cnd?agent=true"}}}