{"data":{"name":"Pork ham","slug":"pork-ham","scientific_name":"Sus scrofa scrofa","alternate_names":["Baboy pigi\/pigue"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Pork ham is a processed pork meat (usually cured and sliced) that\u2019s commonly used in sandwiches, toppings, and quick meals. It\u2019s mainly a protein food.","common_uses_philippines":["Spanish bread with ham","hamonado (ham with sweet sauce)","ham and egg sandwich","macaroni salad with ham","arroz caldo with ham (optional topping)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":298,"protein_g":16.3,"fat_g":25.8,"saturated_fat_g":8.94,"carbohydrates_g":0.1,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":58,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":9,"cholesterol_mg":100,"food_type_g":1,"iron_mg":1,"monounsaturated_fat_g":11.46,"phosphorus_mg":124,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":2.75,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":10,"total_ash_g":0.8,"unsaturated_fat_g":14.21,"vitamin_a_ug":10,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.58,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.2,"vitamin_b3_mg":5.5,"vitamin_c_mg":2,"water_g":57},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 slice","weight_g":35,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"In 100 g, pork ham provides about 298 kcal and a good amount of protein, but it\u2019s also high in total fat (25.8 g) and saturated fat (8.94 g). It also contains cholesterol (100 mg) and sodium (58 mg). Eating it in the right amount helps you get the protein benefits without overdoing fats and salt, especially if you also have other salty or fatty foods in the day.","healthier_tips":["Use ham as a small add-on (e.g., a few slices) rather than the main portion of the meal.","Pair it with fiber-rich sides like vegetables, fruits, or whole grains to balance the meal (think: rice + ulam with veggies, or bread + lots of greens).","Choose lower-sodium options when available, and rinse\/portion carefully if you\u2019re using canned or heavily salted types.","For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1\u20132 snacks), keep ham to about 1\u20132 times per week as a convenience protein, and rotate with fish, eggs, chicken, tofu, or legumes more often.","Watch the \u201chidden\u201d sodium and fat when ham is combined with cheese, mayo, and instant sauces."]},"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-ham?agent=true"}}}