{"data":{"name":"Duck thigh","slug":"duck-thigh","scientific_name":"Cairina moschata","alternate_names":["Pato hita"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Duck thigh is a cut of duck meat, usually eaten as a main protein (often roasted, stewed, or cooked with skin). Per 100g, it has about 171 kcal and ~9.9g fat, with ~3.3g saturated fat and 0g carbs.","common_uses_philippines":["Roast duck","Duck adobo","Duck sinigang","Duck pochero","Duck kare-kare"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":71},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":171,"protein_g":20.5,"fat_g":9.9,"saturated_fat_g":3.33,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":38,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":65,"iron_mg":2.1,"monounsaturated_fat_g":4.7,"phosphorus_mg":156,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":1.28,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":60,"total_ash_g":1,"unsaturated_fat_g":5.98,"vitamin_a_ug":60,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.14,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.32,"vitamin_b3_mg":4.4,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":68.6},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":35,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Duck thigh can help you meet your daily protein needs for muscle repair and satiety. It also has healthy-to-use fats for energy, but it\u2019s important to note the saturated fat content and the sodium (about 38mg per 100g, which can be higher depending on how it\u2019s seasoned). If you often eat duck thigh with salty sauces or frequent fatty servings, it can add up in calories and saturated fat\u2014so it\u2019s best to balance it with vegetables and other lighter options during your 3 meals and 1\u20132 snacks.","healthier_tips":["Choose a reasonable portion: aim for about 1 palm-sized serving per meal, then fill the rest of your plate with vegetables and enough rice or carbs for your activity level.","If the dish allows, trim excess skin\/fat or drain some oil after cooking.","Go easy on salty seasonings: watch for salty sauces, bagoong, and soy-based dips.","Pair it with fiber-rich sides (e.g., kangkong, pechay, ampalaya, or mixed veggies) to improve overall meal balance.","For snacks, don\u2019t add another heavy protein right after\u2014keep snacks lighter (fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small portions)."]},"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-thigh?agent=true"}}}