{"data":{"name":"Yam bean","slug":"yam-bean","scientific_name":"Pachyrhizus erosus","alternate_names":["Singkamas lamang-ugat\/Jicama"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"Yam bean (also called singkamas\/\u201cyam bean\u201d depending on the local name) is a starchy root vegetable. For about 100 g, it has around 45 kcal and a good amount of fiber.","common_uses_philippines":["Ginataang singkamas","Pinakbet with yam bean","Ginisang yam bean","Sinigang with yam bean","Pancit with mixed vegetables"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":87},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":45,"protein_g":1.1,"fat_g":0.2,"saturated_fat_g":0.05,"carbohydrates_g":9.8,"fiber_g":5.6,"sugars_g":2.1,"sodium_mg":4,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":14,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":0.4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.01,"phosphorus_mg":18,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.1,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":0.3,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.11,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.05,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_from_tryptophan_mg":0.3,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.2,"vitamin_c_mg":14,"water_g":88.6},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 cup","weight_g":200,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Yam bean is helpful for everyday health because it provides dietary fiber (about 5.6 g per 100 g), which supports easier digestion and helps you feel full longer\u2014useful when you\u2019re doing 3 meals plus 1\u20132 snacks a day. It also has low fat (about 0.2 g) and very low sodium (about 4 mg), which makes it a good veggie choice for regular meals. Carbohydrates (about 9.8 g) and sugar (about 2.1 g) are present, so it\u2019s best to pair it with protein and other non-starchy vegetables for balanced meals.","healthier_tips":["Use yam bean as your vegetable side or add it to soups\/ginisang dishes.","For a balanced plate, pair it with fish, chicken, tofu, or eggs and add non-starchy veggies (like pechay, kangkong, okra).","Watch portion if you\u2019re also eating other starchy foods in the same meal (rice, potatoes, noodles). Aim for a serving that fits your hunger\u2014then add protein and fiber-rich veggies.","If you\u2019re having it as a snack, keep it with a protein (e.g., a small serving with boiled egg or tofu) to stay satisfied."]},"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\/yam-bean?agent=true"}}}