{"data":{"name":"Beef sirloin","slug":"beef-sirloin","scientific_name":"Bos taurus","alternate_names":["Baka tagiliran","hulihan"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Beef sirloin is a cut of beef (leaner than some other parts) that\u2019s mainly valued for its protein. In a 100g serving, it has about 132 kcal and 0g carbs, with 5.6g total fat (about 2.16g saturated fat) and 38mg cholesterol.","common_uses_philippines":["Beef tapa","Beef steak","Bulalo","Nilagang baka","Kare-kare (beef)","Bistek"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":91},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":132,"protein_g":20.5,"fat_g":5.6,"saturated_fat_g":2.16,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":56,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":18,"cholesterol_mg":38,"iron_mg":2.4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":2.59,"phosphorus_mg":199,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.24,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":75,"total_ash_g":1.1,"unsaturated_fat_g":2.83,"vitamin_a_ug":75,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.08,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.21,"vitamin_b3_mg":6.5,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":72.8},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 slice, mbs","weight_g":35,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Protein from beef sirloin helps with muscle repair and growth, and it also helps you feel full\u2014useful for building balanced meals (3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks a day). It\u2019s also a source of important nutrients like iron and zinc (often present in beef). The main things to watch are the saturated fat and sodium\u2014sirloin has some saturated fat, and sodium can rise depending on how it\u2019s cooked (marinades, seasoning, sauces). Choosing reasonable portions and cooking methods that limit extra salt helps keep your overall diet balanced.","healthier_tips":["For meals, aim for a palm-sized portion of beef sirloin, then add 1\u20132 servings of vegetables and a carb you can control (rice, potatoes, or bread) based on your activity.","Prefer grilling, broiling, or stir-frying with minimal oil. Trim visible fat if you can.","Go easy on salty sauces (soy sauce, patis, barbecue sauce). If using, use less and add flavor with garlic, onion, calamansi, herbs, and spices.","Balance your day: if you have beef at lunch or dinner, keep snacks lighter (e.g., fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small portions)."]},"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-sirloin?agent=true"}}}