{"data":{"name":"Pigeon, squab\/young meat","slug":"pigeon-squabyoung-meat","scientific_name":"Columba livia","alternate_names":["Kalapati pitson"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Pigeon (squab\/young meat) is a type of game poultry. It\u2019s mainly a protein-rich food with little to no carbohydrates and fiber.","common_uses_philippines":["Inihaw na kalapati (pigeon)","Kalapati adobo","Kalapati sinigang","Pigeon\/kalapati stew","Kalapati with garlic and herbs"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":null},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":154,"protein_g":17,"fat_g":9.5,"saturated_fat_g":2.48,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":34,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":12,"cholesterol_mg":114,"iron_mg":3,"monounsaturated_fat_g":3.37,"phosphorus_mg":180,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":2.03,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":35,"total_ash_g":1.1,"unsaturated_fat_g":5.4,"vitamin_a_ug":35,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.25,"vitamin_b2_mg":1.77,"vitamin_b3_mg":8,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":72.4},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"For everyday meals, pigeon meat can help you meet your daily protein needs for muscle repair and staying full. In 100g, it has about 154 kcal and 9.5g total fat (with 2.48g saturated fat) plus 114mg cholesterol. It\u2019s also relatively low in sodium at 34mg per 100g. Since it has some saturated fat and cholesterol, it\u2019s best to enjoy it in reasonable portions, especially if you also eat other fatty meats in the same day.","healthier_tips":["Portion: Aim for about 1 palm-sized serving per meal (about 80\u2013120g cooked), then balance with rice or other carbs plus lots of vegetables.","Cooking method: Choose grilled, roasted, or stewed with less added oil. Skim off excess fat if the dish is oily.","Pair it right: Add 1\u20132 cups of vegetables and include a serving of whole grains or rice for energy.","Frequency: If you eat this, rotate with other leaner protein sources (fish, chicken breast, tofu\/beans) across the week.","Watch the sauce: If it\u2019s cooked with salty sauces or lots of seasoning, keep the total sodium in mind across your day."]},"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\/pigeon-squabyoung-meat?agent=true"}}}