{"data":{"name":"Taro, boiled","slug":"taro-boiled","scientific_name":"Colocasia esculenta","alternate_names":["Gabi","nilaga"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Boiled taro (gabi), a starchy root vegetable. For 100g, it provides about 105 kcal and 24.4g carbohydrates, plus 3.7g fiber.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginisang gabi","Pinakbet with gabi","Sinigang with gabi","Taro chips (fried","less ideal)","Gabi in coconut milk (ginataang gabi)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":69},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":105,"protein_g":1.5,"fat_g":0.1,"saturated_fat_g":0.02,"carbohydrates_g":24.4,"fiber_g":3.7,"sugars_g":0.4,"sodium_mg":11,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":5,"calcium_mg":37,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.7,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.01,"phosphorus_mg":41,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.04,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":0.6,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.05,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.08,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b3_mg":1,"vitamin_c_mg":6,"water_g":73.4},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"3\/4 cup, cubed","weight_g":100,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Taro can be a good energy source for your daily meals and snacks because it has carbohydrates. The dietary fiber helps support regular digestion and can help you feel fuller, which is helpful when planning 3 full meals + 1\u20132 snacks a day. It\u2019s also low in fat and sodium (about 0.1g fat and 11mg sodium per 100g), so it\u2019s generally lighter on the heart and blood pressure compared with many fried or salty sides. Since it\u2019s starchy, portion size matters if you\u2019re watching blood sugar\u2014pair it with protein and vegetables for better balance.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions balanced: use taro as your carb side, not the only main.","Pair it with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs) and non-starchy veggies (e.g., kangkong, pechay, okra) for a more filling plate.","Choose boiled or steamed versions most of the time; limit frying or creamy toppings.","If you\u2019re having taro as a snack, combine it with protein (like boiled egg or yogurt) to help keep you satisfied longer."]},"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\/taro-boiled?agent=true"}}}