{"data":{"name":"Sugar palm, boiled","slug":"sugar-palm-boiled","scientific_name":"Arenga pinnata","alternate_names":["Kaong","nilaga"],"category":{"name":"Fruits","slug":"fruits"},"description":"Boiled sugar palm (tuba\/sugar palm fruit) \u2014 a naturally sweet starchy fruit often eaten as a snack or side, usually served warm after boiling.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginataang bilo-bilo","Sago\u2019t gulaman","Turon","Palitaw","Buko salad"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":13,"protein_g":0.1,"fat_g":0.2,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":2.8,"fiber_g":0.5,"sugars_g":0.4,"sodium_mg":1,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":12,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.3,"phosphorus_mg":3,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":0.1,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0,"vitamin_b2_mg":0,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.3,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":96.8},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Sugar palm provides carbohydrates for energy and some dietary fiber (about 0.5g per 100g), which can help you feel fuller and support healthy digestion. It\u2019s also low in fat and cholesterol. Since it has sugar (about 0.4g) and some carbohydrates, portion size matters\u2014especially if you\u2019re having it alongside other sweet snacks. Sodium is very low (about 1mg), so it\u2019s not a major salt source.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a snack (not a main rice replacement every time) and keep portions reasonable\u2014start with a small bowl.","Pair with protein or fiber-rich foods to balance your meal\/snack (e.g., add a serving of peanuts, boiled egg, or plain yogurt if available).","Skip sugary toppings (like extra condensed milk or syrup) and enjoy its natural sweetness.","If you\u2019re having it after lunch or before dinner, watch the rest of the day\u2019s sweet items so your total carbs stay balanced."]},"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\/sugar-palm-boiled?agent=true"}}}