{"data":{"name":"Pork jerky","slug":"pork-jerky","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Tapa","baboy"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Pork jerky is dried or cured pork that\u2019s usually seasoned and preserved for longer shelf life. It\u2019s mainly a protein food, but it can also be high in sodium and saturated fat depending on the recipe.","common_uses_philippines":["Pork jerky (tuyo\/tinapa style)","Tocino","Longganisa","Chicharon","Adobo (pork)","Sisig"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":277,"protein_g":15.8,"fat_g":19.2,"saturated_fat_g":6.59,"carbohydrates_g":10.2,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":1086,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":10,"calcium_mg":39,"iron_mg":1.6,"monounsaturated_fat_g":6.9,"phosphorus_mg":118,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":2.1,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":81,"total_ash_g":3.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":9,"vitamin_a_ug":80,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.22,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.12,"vitamin_b3_mg":3.4,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":51.4},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"With about 277 kcal per 100g, pork jerky can help meet your daily protein needs, which supports muscle and keeps you feeling full. However, it has 19.2g total fat and 6.59g saturated fat, plus 1086mg sodium\u2014so frequent or big portions may make it harder to manage blood pressure and overall heart health. It also has 0g fiber, so pairing it with fiber-rich foods (like vegetables or fruits) helps balance your meal and digestion.","healthier_tips":["For your 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks a day, keep pork jerky as a snack add-on, not the whole meal.","Portion: Aim for a small serving (e.g., a few slices) and avoid eating a whole pack in one sitting.","Balance: Pair with rice or bread in smaller portions plus lots of vegetables, or pair with fruit and yogurt.","Hydrate: Since it\u2019s salty, drink water regularly.","Choose better options: If available, pick brands\/recipes with lower sodium and less added fat.","Frequency: Have it sometimes, not daily.","Everything can fit when portions and frequency are right."]},"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-jerky?agent=true"}}}