{"data":{"name":"Duck breast","slug":"duck-breast","scientific_name":"Cairina moschata","alternate_names":["Pato pitso"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Duck breast is a leaner cut of duck meat. It\u2019s mainly a protein food, with little to no carbohydrates and fiber.","common_uses_philippines":["Duck adobo","roasted duck","duck sinigang","duck with ginger scallion sauce","duck pochero"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":71},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":157,"protein_g":22.8,"fat_g":7.3,"saturated_fat_g":2.85,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":89,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":94,"cholesterol_mg":94,"iron_mg":2.5,"monounsaturated_fat_g":1.89,"phosphorus_mg":184,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.92,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":50,"total_ash_g":1.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":2.81,"vitamin_a_ug":50,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.14,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.3,"vitamin_b3_mg":9.5,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":68.5},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 slice, mbs","weight_g":35,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Duck breast helps you meet your daily protein needs for muscle repair and satiety. It also has cholesterol (94 mg per 100 g) and saturated fat (2.85 g per 100 g), while sodium is relatively low (89 mg per 100 g). Since it\u2019s higher in fat than many lean meats, it\u2019s best to pair it with plenty of vegetables and keep portions balanced so your meals stay heart-friendly while still satisfying.","healthier_tips":["For a balanced plate, aim for 1 palm-sized portion of duck breast, then add 2\u20133 fists of non-starchy vegetables (like pechay, kangkong, broccoli, or mixed greens).","Choose cooking methods like grilling, roasting, or pan-searing with minimal oil. If there\u2019s visible skin\/fat, trim some before cooking.","Watch the \u201chidden\u201d sodium: go easy on salty sauces (toyo, patis, soy-based marinades) and use herbs, calamansi, garlic, and pepper for flavor.","Fit it into your day: have it as part of one full meal (lunch or dinner), and keep snacks simple (fruit, yogurt, nuts in small portions) so your overall intake stays balanced."]},"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\/duck-breast?agent=true"}}}