{"data":{"name":"Egg pie","slug":"egg-pie","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Egg pie is a sweet baked pastry (usually with a creamy egg filling) that\u2019s commonly eaten as a snack or dessert.","common_uses_philippines":["Egg pie","ensaymada","ube halaya","hopia","mamon","pineapple cake"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":228,"protein_g":9.6,"fat_g":3.5,"saturated_fat_g":0.71,"carbohydrates_g":40,"fiber_g":2.2,"sugars_g":16.1,"sodium_mg":383,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":5,"calcium_mg":275,"cholesterol_mg":10,"iron_mg":0.8,"monounsaturated_fat_g":1.45,"phosphorus_mg":190,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":1.12,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":70,"total_ash_g":1.7,"unsaturated_fat_g":2.57,"vitamin_a_ug":70,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.11,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.35,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.8,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":45.6},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":30,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Per 100g, egg pie provides energy (228 kcal) mainly from carbohydrates (40g) and sugar (16.1g). It also has some fiber (2.2g), which helps with fullness. The fat content is moderate (3.5g) but it includes saturated fat (0.71g) and has cholesterol (10mg). Sodium is also notable (383mg), which can add up if you pair it with salty snacks or meals. Since it\u2019s sweet and calorie-dense, it\u2019s best to enjoy it in smaller portions and not every day\u2014especially if you\u2019re already having rice and other carbs in your main meals.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions small: treat egg pie as a snack (about 1 small slice) rather than a full meal.","Pair it smartly: have it with water or unsweetened tea, and add a fruit or yogurt on the side to balance the sweetness.","Watch your day\u2019s sugar: if you eat egg pie, choose less sweet snacks for the rest of the day.","Balance your plate at meals: keep rice portion reasonable and add more vegetables and lean protein (fish, chicken, tofu) so your overall intake stays balanced.","Choose frequency over quantity: enjoy it occasionally, not daily."]},"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\/egg-pie?agent=true"}}}