{"data":{"name":"Beef spleen","slug":"beef-spleen","scientific_name":"Bos taurus","alternate_names":["Baka lapay"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Beef spleen is an organ meat (a type of offal) that\u2019s usually cooked as a savory viand. It\u2019s mainly valued for its protein and iron-rich content.","common_uses_philippines":["Dinuguan","Beef kaldereta","Kare-kare","Ginataang atay at spleen","Nilaga"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":95,"protein_g":18.2,"fat_g":2,"saturated_fat_g":0.67,"carbohydrates_g":1,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":154,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":18,"cholesterol_mg":175,"iron_mg":0.7,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.52,"phosphorus_mg":300,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.15,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":60,"total_ash_g":1.2,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.67,"vitamin_a_ug":60,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.08,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.3,"vitamin_b3_mg":4.5,"vitamin_c_mg":29,"water_g":77.6},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1\/2 cup","weight_g":45,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Beef spleen provides protein to help build and repair body tissues, and it has iron (commonly helpful for blood health). It also has cholesterol and saturated fat (in this food: 175 mg cholesterol and 0.67 g saturated fat per 100 g), plus sodium (154 mg per 100 g). So it can fit well in your meals, but it\u2019s best to keep portions reasonable and not eat it too often\u2014especially if you\u2019re watching cholesterol or heart health. Since it\u2019s low in carbs and fiber, pair it with vegetables and whole grains for better overall balance.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions small: try about 1\/2 cup cooked (or around 50\u201375 g) as part of one meal.","Cook it with less oil: use stewing, saut\u00e9 with minimal oil, or simmering instead of deep-frying.","Balance your plate: add 1\u20132 cups non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, ampalaya) and 1 serving of rice or root crops.","If it\u2019s salty (like with soy sauce or seasoning), adjust the sauce and taste as you go.","For frequency, enjoy it as a rotation (not a daily viand), especially if you also eat other organ meats."]},"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-spleen?agent=true"}}}