{"data":{"name":"Tomato sauce","slug":"tomato-sauce","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Tomato sauce is a cooked sauce made mainly from tomatoes, often used to add flavor to meals like pasta, rice toppings, and stews. In a 100 g serving, it provides about 45 kcal, with 10 g carbohydrates and 2.1 g fiber.","common_uses_philippines":["Spaghetti with tomato sauce","Menudo","Afritada","Chicken arroz caldo with tomato-based sauce","Filipino-style meatloaf (tomato glaze)","Pork giniling with tomato sauce"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":45,"protein_g":0.9,"fat_g":0.2,"saturated_fat_g":0.03,"carbohydrates_g":10,"fiber_g":2.1,"sugars_g":4.9,"sodium_mg":658,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":220,"calcium_mg":36,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.8,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.03,"phosphorus_mg":21,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.08,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":18,"total_ash_g":1,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.11,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.6,"vitamin_c_mg":12,"water_g":87.9},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Tomato sauce can be a helpful add-on because it brings fiber (supports fullness and smoother digestion) and natural sweetness from tomatoes (comes with some sugar). It also has low fat and no cholesterol. On the other hand, many tomato sauces can be high in sodium (about 658 mg per 100 g), so it\u2019s best to watch how much you use\u2014especially if you\u2019re eating it often in your daily meals and snacks. Keeping portions balanced helps you enjoy the flavor without pushing sodium too high.","healthier_tips":["Use tomato sauce as a flavor booster: start with 2\u20134 tablespoons per serving, then add more only if needed.","Pair it with fiber and protein for better balance (e.g., add chicken, tuna, eggs, tofu, or beans; and include vegetables).","If you buy bottled sauce, check the label for lower sodium options.","For your daily pattern (3 full meals + 1\u20132 snacks), keep tomato sauce mainly in meals, not as a frequent snack topping.","Choose dishes where sauce is not the only component\u2014add whole foods like veggies and lean protein."]},"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\/tomato-sauce?agent=true"}}}