{"data":{"name":"Turmeric","slug":"turmeric","scientific_name":"Curcuma longa L.","alternate_names":["Luyang dilaw"],"category":{"name":"Herbs and Spices","slug":"herbs-and-spices"},"description":"Turmeric (ground turmeric) is a yellow-orange spice commonly used in Filipino cooking as a seasoning and colorant, especially in dishes like curry-style meals and rice preparations.","common_uses_philippines":["Chicken curry","Tinola with turmeric","Arroz caldo with turmeric","Sinigang with turmeric seasoning","Turmeric-spiced fried rice"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":71},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":71,"protein_g":2,"fat_g":2.7,"saturated_fat_g":1.53,"carbohydrates_g":9.6,"fiber_g":4.1,"sugars_g":0.6,"sodium_mg":61,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":37,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":2.1,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.37,"phosphorus_mg":78,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.63,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":1.3,"unsaturated_fat_g":1,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.5,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":84.4},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Turmeric can support health because it adds dietary fiber (4.1 g per 100 g serving) which helps keep digestion regular, and it has low sugar (0.6 g). It also brings some healthy flavor without needing extra salt\u2014its sodium is relatively low (61 mg per 100 g). On the other hand, turmeric still contains some fat (2.7 g) and saturated fat (1.53 g) per 100 g, so it\u2019s best used as a spice in small amounts rather than as a main ingredient.","healthier_tips":["Use turmeric as a seasoning (small amounts) to boost flavor and color without adding much sugar.","Pair it with lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) and non-starchy vegetables for balanced meals.","Keep sodium in check by relying on turmeric and herbs\/spices instead of extra salty seasonings.","If you\u2019re having turmeric with rice or noodles, watch the portion of the carb so your 3 meals and 1\u20132 snacks 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\/turmeric?agent=true"}}}