{"data":{"name":"Carabeef brain","slug":"carabeef-brain","scientific_name":"Bubalus bubalis","alternate_names":["Kalabaw utak"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Carabeef brain is the edible part of the carabao\u2019s head. It\u2019s a protein-rich organ meat, usually cooked as viand (often saut\u00e9ed, stewed, or fried) and served in small portions.","common_uses_philippines":["Dinuguan (with organ meat)","Crispy brain (fried)","Ginataang utak","Adobong utak","Kare-kare (with organ\/other meats)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":136,"protein_g":9.4,"fat_g":10.1,"saturated_fat_g":2.26,"carbohydrates_g":1.9,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":121,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":14,"cholesterol_mg":2952,"iron_mg":4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":1.85,"phosphorus_mg":254,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":1.56,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":85,"total_ash_g":1.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":3.41,"vitamin_a_ug":85,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.16,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.2,"vitamin_b3_mg":3.7,"vitamin_c_mg":12,"water_g":77.2},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1\/4 cup","weight_g":45,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Carabeef brain provides protein, which helps your body build and repair tissues. It also contains cholesterol (high at about 2952 mg per 100 g) and fat (about 10.1 g total fat, with 2.26 g saturated fat) plus sodium (about 121 mg). Because of these, it\u2019s best to enjoy it in small, occasional portions, especially if you\u2019re watching cholesterol, heart health, or you often eat other fatty meats. The good side: when eaten occasionally and balanced with fiber-rich foods, it can fit into a healthy eating pattern.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions small: think 1\u20132 tablespoons to 1\/4 cup cooked per meal, not a full plate.","Pair it with high-fiber sides like kangkong, pechay, ampalaya, or mixed vegetables, plus a sensible serving of rice.","Choose cooking methods that use less added oil: stew, saut\u00e9 with minimal oil, or grill instead of deep-frying.","Watch the salty seasonings: go easy on patis, toyo, bagoong, and extra salt.","If you eat brain, balance the day: choose leaner proteins for the other meals (fish, chicken breast, tofu) and add fruits\/vegetables in your snacks."]},"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\/carabeef-brain?agent=true"}}}