{"data":{"name":"Pork crackling, skin","slug":"pork-crackling-skin","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Chicharon\/Sitsaron baboy","balat"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Pork crackling (pork skin), crispy fried skin. It\u2019s mainly a protein-rich snack\/side, but it\u2019s also high in fat and sodium.","common_uses_philippines":["Chicharon (pork crackling)","Chicharon bulaklak","Lechon kawali","Crispy pork skin toppings","Pork crackling with vinegar-garlic sauce"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":591,"protein_g":65.6,"fat_g":36.5,"saturated_fat_g":7.25,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":472,"potassium_mg":123},"other_nutrients":{"arachidic_acid_g":0,"behenic_acid_g":0,"beta_carotene_ug":1,"calcium_mg":15,"capric_acid_g":0,"caproic_acid_g":0,"caprylic_acid_g":0,"cholesterol_mg":113,"iron_mg":0.9,"lauric_acid_g":0,"lignoceric_acid_g":0,"linoleic_acid_g":2.2,"linolenic_acid_g":0,"monounsaturated_fat_g":7.74,"myristic_acid_g":0.33,"oleic_acid_g":7.74,"palmitic_acid_g":5.01,"phosphorus_mg":51,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":2.2,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":4,"stearic_acid_g":1.91,"total_ash_g":2.3,"unsaturated_fat_g":9.94,"vitamin_a_ug":4,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.1,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":1.8,"zinc_mg":0.5},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":0.5,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"This food can add satisfying crunch and some protein, but per 100g it\u2019s also high in total fat (36.5g) and saturated fat (7.25g), plus cholesterol (113mg) and sodium (472mg). Too much saturated fat and sodium can make it harder to keep heart health and blood pressure in a good range. Since it has 0g carbs and 0g fiber, it works best as a small add-on, not as a main \u201cfiller\u201d for meals.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions small: treat it as a snack or topping, not a full meal.","Pair it with fiber-rich foods (vegetables, fruits, or brown rice\/whole grains) during your 3 full meals so you get more balance.","Balance the rest of the day: if you eat pork crackling, choose lighter sides (e.g., steamed veggies, fresh fruit) and avoid too many salty snacks.","Watch frequency: have it occasionally, especially if you\u2019re also having other fatty or salty foods in the same day.","If available, choose versions that are less oily or with lower salt."]},"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-crackling-skin?agent=true"}}}