Fetch a single food item's detailed information by providing its unique ID. Retrieve complete data to view or manage specific ingredients in your meal planning system.
Get One [GET /api/foods/{item_id}]
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| item_id | Yes |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v0.2.11Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, and the description does not disclose any behavioral traits such as whether it is read-only, error responses, or side effects. The description is minimal and leaves the agent with no insights beyond the basic operation.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is very concise at two lines, which is good for efficiency, but it omits critical details that could be included without lengthening it significantly (e.g., 'Retrieves a single food record by its unique ID').
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's low complexity (one parameter, no output schema), the description should at least state what is returned (e.g., full food object). It fails to provide any context on the response or additional behavior, making it incomplete for an agent to use confidently.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 0%, and the description does not add any explanation for the 'item_id' parameter, such as how to obtain it or what it represents. The parameter is minimally defined by its format (uuid4), but the description adds no value.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description 'Get One' with the HTTP path clearly indicates retrieving a single food item by ID. However, it does not differentiate from sibling 'explore_foods_get_one', which likely serves a similar purpose.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
No explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'recipes_foods_get_all' or 'explore_foods_get_one'. Usage is only implied by the name and path.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.