{"data":{"name":"Pork Boston butt","slug":"pork-boston-butt","scientific_name":"Sus scrofa scrofa","alternate_names":["Baboy paypay"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Pork Boston butt is a cut of pork (from the shoulder area) that\u2019s usually a bit fatty and is commonly used for dishes like braised or roasted pork. In a 100g serving, it\u2019s mostly protein but also has high total fat and saturated fat, with no carbs or fiber.","common_uses_philippines":["Pork adobo","Lechon kawali","Pork sinigang","Pork menudo","Crispy pata","Pork barbecue"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":97},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":329,"protein_g":14.3,"fat_g":30.2,"saturated_fat_g":10.62,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":64,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":28,"iron_mg":0.9,"monounsaturated_fat_g":12.72,"phosphorus_mg":117,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":3.9,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":115,"total_ash_g":0.7,"unsaturated_fat_g":16.62,"vitamin_a_ug":115,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.49,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.22,"vitamin_b3_mg":3.5,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":54.8},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"This food helps because pork provides protein for building and repairing body tissues, and it can help you feel full during your meals. However, it\u2019s also high in saturated fat (10.62g per 100g) and has sodium (64mg per 100g). If you eat it often or in big portions, it can add up in calories and saturated fat, so it\u2019s best to balance it with vegetables, fruits, and other lighter protein choices.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions reasonable: aim for about 1 palm-sized serving per meal, especially if you also have rice and other sides.","Balance the plate: add 1\u20132 cups of vegetables (like kangkong, pechay, or mixed veggies) and a serving of fruit for snacks or dessert.","Choose cooking methods that reduce extra fat: braise, roast, or grill and skim off excess oil if the dish has a lot of sauce.","Watch sodium: if it\u2019s salty (like adobo-style), go lighter on the sauce and pair with fresh sides.","For daily eating pattern: enjoy it in 3 full meals and keep snacks to lighter options (e.g., yogurt, fruit, 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\/pork-boston-butt?agent=true"}}}