{"data":{"name":"Beef liver, boiled","slug":"beef-liver-boiled","scientific_name":"Bos taurus","alternate_names":["Baka atay","nilaga"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Beef liver, boiled. It\u2019s an organ meat that\u2019s rich in protein and important micronutrients like iron and vitamin A.","common_uses_philippines":["Dinuguan","Beef liver with onions (ginisa)","Liver spread on pandesal","Adobong atay","Kare-kare with liver"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":154,"protein_g":25.5,"fat_g":4,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":4,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":67,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":15,"iron_mg":4.6,"phosphorus_mg":279,"total_ash_g":1.3,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.16,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.36,"vitamin_b3_mg":4.4,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":65.2},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":30,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Beef liver helps support your daily protein needs for muscle repair and growth. It also provides iron (useful for preventing low iron), vitamin A (supports vision and immune function), and other B vitamins that help your body use energy. In this serving, calories are moderate (~154 kcal per 100g) and carbs are low (4g), with some fat (4g) and sodium (67mg). Since liver is nutrient-dense, it\u2019s best to enjoy it in sensible portions as part of your usual 3 meals plus 1\u20132 snacks a day.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions around 1\/2 to 1 cup cooked (or about 50\u2013100g), then balance the plate with 1\u20132 cups non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, broccoli) and a reasonable serving of rice if you need carbs.","Pair it with vitamin C\u2013rich foods (like calamansi, tomatoes, or guava) to help your body absorb iron better.","Choose boiled or lightly cooked methods (less oil) and avoid frequent deep-frying.","If you\u2019re watching sodium, go easy on added salty sauces; use herbs, garlic, and vinegar for flavor."]},"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-liver-boiled?agent=true"}}}