{"data":{"name":"Beef jerky","slug":"beef-jerky","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Tapa","baka"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Beef jerky is dried, seasoned beef. It\u2019s a convenient protein snack because water is removed, so it has a chewy texture and can be stored easily.","common_uses_philippines":["Beef tapa","Beef caldereta","Giniling","Arroz caldo","Sisig"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":102,"protein_g":13.8,"fat_g":3.6,"saturated_fat_g":1.33,"carbohydrates_g":3.7,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":1.2,"sodium_mg":694,"potassium_mg":239},"other_nutrients":{"arachidic_acid_g":0,"behenic_acid_g":0.01,"beta_carotene_ug":8,"calcium_mg":10,"capric_acid_g":0.01,"caproic_acid_g":0,"caprylic_acid_g":0.01,"cholesterol_mg":39,"iron_mg":1,"lauric_acid_g":0.04,"lignoceric_acid_g":0,"linoleic_acid_g":0.11,"linolenic_acid_g":0.02,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.96,"myristic_acid_g":0.1,"oleic_acid_g":0.96,"palmitic_acid_g":0.71,"phosphorus_mg":164,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.13,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":1,"stearic_acid_g":0.45,"total_ash_g":2.3,"unsaturated_fat_g":1.09,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.09,"vitamin_b3_mg":4.4,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":76.6,"zinc_mg":2.9},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Beef jerky helps support your daily protein needs, which is useful for keeping you full between meals and for muscle maintenance. However, it\u2019s also usually high in sodium (about 694 mg per 100 g) and has some saturated fat (1.33 g per 100 g) and cholesterol (39 mg per 100 g). Too much sodium can be a concern for blood pressure, and too much saturated fat can affect heart health over time. Since it\u2019s also low in fiber (0 g), it may not keep you full as long as snacks with fiber (like fruits or nuts).","healthier_tips":["Use it as a snack add-on, not a main meal\u2014pair with fiber and water (e.g., jerky + apple\/banana, or jerky + carrots\/lettuce).","Watch portion size: try a small serving (a few strips) especially if you eat 1\u20132 snacks a day.","Choose lower-sodium or less-sweet versions when available.","Balance the day: for your 3 full meals, include vegetables, whole grains, and enough water so your overall diet has fiber and micronutrients.","If you\u2019re eating jerky often, rotate with other protein snacks like boiled eggs, tuna, or yogurt to keep sodium intake reasonable."]},"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-jerky?agent=true"}}}