{"data":{"name":"Beef chunk, cnd","slug":"beef-chunk-cnd","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Beef chunks (cooked), a protein-rich viand. In a 100g serving, it has about 252 kcal and around 18.3g total fat with 7.7g saturated fat, plus 7g carbohydrates and 789mg sodium.","common_uses_philippines":["Beef tapa","Beef caldereta","Nilagang baka","Kare-kare (beef)","Bulalo","Ginataang baka"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":252,"protein_g":14.7,"fat_g":18.3,"saturated_fat_g":7.71,"carbohydrates_g":7,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":2.1,"sodium_mg":789,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":36,"calcium_mg":37,"cholesterol_mg":116,"iron_mg":0.2,"monounsaturated_fat_g":6.13,"phosphorus_mg":122,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.2,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":15,"total_ash_g":2.6,"unsaturated_fat_g":6.33,"vitamin_a_ug":12,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.18,"vitamin_b3_mg":3.8,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":57.4},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Beef chunks help you meet your daily protein needs for muscle repair and satiety, especially when you include them in your 3 full meals and 1\u20132 snacks schedule. However, this serving is also relatively high in saturated fat and cholesterol, and it has a fairly high sodium level\u2014so frequent large portions may make it harder to keep heart-friendly eating targets. A practical balance is to enjoy it as part of a meal, then pair it with plenty of vegetables and smart carbs to improve overall nutrient quality.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions: aim for about 1 palm-sized serving of beef per meal, then fill the rest of your plate with vegetables and a moderate amount of rice or other carbs.","Balance the fats: choose leaner cuts when possible, and trim visible fat before cooking.","Watch sodium: if the beef is salty (e.g., with sauce), go easy on extra seasoning and consider using less salty sauces.","Add fiber and micronutrients: pair with at least 1\u20132 cups of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, repolyo, carrots) to support digestion and help you feel fuller.","Spread it out: enjoy beef a few times a week, and rotate with fish, chicken, eggs, 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-chunk-cnd?agent=true"}}}