{"data":{"name":"Pork belly, fried","slug":"pork-belly-fried","scientific_name":"Sus scrofa scrofa","alternate_names":["Baboy liempo","prito"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Pork belly, fried (about 100g). It\u2019s a protein-rich viand, but it\u2019s also high in fat\u2014especially saturated fat\u2014and has some sodium.","common_uses_philippines":["Pork belly lechon kawali","crispy pata","tocino","chicharon (pork cracklings)","bagnet"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":86},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":245,"protein_g":12.3,"fat_g":21.8,"saturated_fat_g":7.95,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":61,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":33,"cholesterol_mg":63,"food_type_g":1,"iron_mg":1.1,"monounsaturated_fat_g":10.16,"phosphorus_mg":158,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":2.32,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":95,"total_ash_g":0.7,"unsaturated_fat_g":12.48,"vitamin_a_ug":95,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.16,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.16,"vitamin_b3_mg":4,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":65.2},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 slice","weight_g":35,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Pork belly provides protein to help build and maintain body tissues, which supports your daily meals and snacks. However, fried pork belly is also high in total fat and saturated fat, and it has cholesterol\u2014so eating it often or in big portions can make it harder to keep your overall fat intake balanced. It also has sodium, which can add up if you pair it with salty sides (like bagoong, salted eggs, or instant noodles). The good approach is to enjoy it in a way that fits your 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks per day without crowding out lighter, fiber-rich foods.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions smaller: aim for about 1\u20132 tablespoons of cooked fat-rich pieces per serving, then fill the plate with vegetables and rice in appropriate amounts.","Balance the meal: pair with non-starchy veggies (e.g., kangkong, pechay, talong) and add a fruit after meals when possible.","Choose cooking methods when you can: if available, try air-fried, roasted, or boiled-then-pan-seared versions to reduce extra oil.","Watch sodium pairings: go lighter on salty dips and sides; use calamansi, vinegar, or herbs for flavor.","Frequency matters: have it occasionally rather than daily, especially if you also eat other fatty or processed foods."]},"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\/pork-belly-fried?agent=true"}}}