{"data":{"name":"Carabeef lung","slug":"carabeef-lung","scientific_name":"Bubalus bubalis","alternate_names":["Kalabaw baga"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Carabeef lung is an organ meat (from the carabao) that\u2019s mainly used as a protein-rich viand. Per 100g, it has about 87 kcal and provides very little carbs and fiber.","common_uses_philippines":["Dinuguan","Kare-kare","Bulalo","Ginataang baga\/loob-loob","Sisig (with organ meats)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":87,"protein_g":18.6,"fat_g":1.4,"saturated_fat_g":0.48,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":200,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":20,"cholesterol_mg":136,"iron_mg":1.6,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.36,"phosphorus_mg":53,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.19,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":5,"total_ash_g":0.8,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.55,"vitamin_a_ug":5,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.07,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.23,"vitamin_b3_mg":2.8,"vitamin_c_mg":18,"water_g":79.2},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1\/4 cup","weight_g":35,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"It\u2019s a good option when you need protein for building and repairing body tissues. It also contains cholesterol (about 136 mg per 100g) and saturated fat (about 0.48 g), plus sodium (about 200 mg), so it\u2019s best to balance it within your day\u2019s meals. Since it has no carbs, sugar, and fiber, pair it with vegetables and other fiber-rich foods so your plate stays balanced (especially for digestion and steady energy).","healthier_tips":["Keep portions reasonable: use organ meat as part of your protein, not the only protein for the whole day.","Pair with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, ampalaya, carrots) and add fiber from brown rice, oats, or vegetables if you\u2019re having rice.","Go easy on salty sauces: reduce added salt and choose lighter seasonings when possible.","For a typical day (3 full meals + 1\u20132 snacks), include lung in one meal, then choose other protein sources (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs, beans) in the other meals to vary nutrients."]},"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-lung?agent=true"}}}