{"data":{"name":"Cookies, butter","slug":"cookies-butter","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Cookies with butter are sweet baked treats made with flour, sugar, and butter\u2014so they\u2019re usually high in calories and fats, especially saturated fat, plus added sugar.","common_uses_philippines":["Cookies with butter","butter cookies","ensaymada","mamon","Spanish bread"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":508,"protein_g":8.3,"fat_g":24.1,"saturated_fat_g":14.17,"carbohydrates_g":64.5,"fiber_g":0.8,"sugars_g":20.9,"sodium_mg":362,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":130,"calcium_mg":121,"cholesterol_mg":150,"iron_mg":2.3,"monounsaturated_fat_g":7.08,"phosphorus_mg":213,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":1.26,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":91,"total_ash_g":1.5,"unsaturated_fat_g":8.34,"vitamin_a_ug":80,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.14,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.29,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.6,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":1.6},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":11.6,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Because cookies with butter are energy-dense, they can add up quickly to daily calories. They also tend to be higher in saturated fat and cholesterol, and they usually contain added sugar (plus some sodium). On the other hand, they can still fit into a balanced eating pattern when you keep portions reasonable\u2014especially if you\u2019re having them as an occasional snack rather than a frequent replacement for meals. For daily health, aim to balance them with fiber-rich foods (like fruits, oats, or whole grains) and choose water or unsweetened drinks to avoid extra sugar.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions small: try a 1\u20132 small pieces or about 20\u201330 g per snack, then pair with fruit or yogurt.","Balance your day: if you have cookies, make sure your main meals include enough protein (fish, chicken, eggs, tofu) and vegetables.","Choose better pairings: add fiber (banana, apple, berries) or protein (milk, yogurt) to help you feel satisfied.","Watch frequency: use cookies as a sometimes snack (not every day), especially if you also eat other sweets.","Drink smart: water or unsweetened tea\/coffee helps reduce total sugar intake."]},"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\/cookies-butter?agent=true"}}}