{"data":{"name":"Beef brisket","slug":"beef-brisket","scientific_name":"Bos taurus","alternate_names":["Baka punta y pecho"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Beef brisket is a cut of beef (usually from the chest area) cooked as a main viand. It\u2019s mainly a protein food, and in this serving it also has a noticeable amount of fat.","common_uses_philippines":["Beef Brisket (Nilaga\/Stew)","Beef Caldereta","Corned Beef Brisket","Beef Mechado","Beef Tapa"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":84},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":211,"protein_g":18.2,"fat_g":15.4,"saturated_fat_g":6.08,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":58,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":8,"cholesterol_mg":55,"food_type_g":1,"iron_mg":1.4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":6.88,"phosphorus_mg":148,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.53,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":35,"total_ash_g":1,"unsaturated_fat_g":7.41,"vitamin_a_ug":35,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.12,"vitamin_b3_mg":5.4,"vitamin_c_mg":14,"water_g":65.4},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 slice, mbs","weight_g":35,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"In 100g, beef brisket provides protein to help build and repair body tissues and keep you full between meals. It also has cholesterol and saturated fat (6.08g saturated fat per 100g), which can add up if you eat it often or in big portions. On the positive side, it has very low carbs and fiber, so pairing it with vegetables and enough rice\/other carbs (in the right portion) helps balance your plate. It also has sodium (58mg per 100g), and some recipes (like braised or seasoned versions) may add more\u2014so it\u2019s good to watch portions and how it\u2019s cooked.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a viand: aim for about 1 palm-sized portion per meal, especially if you also eat other fatty meats.","Pair with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, talong, okra) and add a fiber-rich side to support fullness and better overall balance.","Choose cooking methods that reduce extra fat: braise\/steam with less added oil, and skim off visible fat if possible.","If you\u2019re having it for lunch or dinner, keep the rest of the day\u2019s snacks lighter (e.g., fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small portions) so your total intake stays balanced.","Enjoy it with the usual Filipino meal pattern: 3 full meals + 1\u20132 snacks, and don\u2019t make brisket the default every day\u2014rotate with fish, chicken (leaner cuts), tofu, or legumes."]},"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\/beef-brisket?agent=true"}}}