{"data":{"name":"Pork, suckling, spare rib","slug":"pork-suckling-spare-rib","scientific_name":"Sus scrofa scrofa","alternate_names":["Baboy litsunin","tadyang"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Suckling\/spare ribs (pork ribs). It\u2019s a protein-rich pork cut, usually cooked with some fat and seasoning, so it can be higher in saturated fat and sodium depending on how it\u2019s prepared.","common_uses_philippines":["Ribs barbecue","Crispy pata","Sinigang na baboy","Lechon kawali","Pork adobo","Pork mechado"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":46},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":168,"protein_g":17,"fat_g":11.1,"saturated_fat_g":3.57,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":42,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":8,"cholesterol_mg":38,"iron_mg":0.8,"monounsaturated_fat_g":4.05,"phosphorus_mg":162,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":1.88,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":120,"total_ash_g":1,"unsaturated_fat_g":5.93,"vitamin_a_ug":120,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.29,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.46,"vitamin_b3_mg":5.1,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":70.9},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 slice","weight_g":35,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Pork ribs provide protein to help build and repair body tissues and keep you full between meals. In this 100 g serving, it also has 11.1 g total fat and 3.57 g saturated fat, plus 38 mg cholesterol. It\u2019s relatively low in carbs and fiber (0 g), so it works best when paired with vegetables, fruits, and high-fiber carbs during your 3 meals and snacks. Sodium is 42 mg here, but rib dishes can become higher in sodium if marinated or sauced\u2014so it\u2019s good to watch the seasoning and portion.","healthier_tips":["Pair ribs with half-plate non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, ampalaya, carrots) and add a small serving of rice or root crops for energy.","Choose cooking methods that reduce extra fat when possible (e.g., grilling\/roasting with less added oil, avoid heavy basting sauces).","For snacks, balance your day: if you eat ribs at a main meal, keep snacks lighter (e.g., fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small portions).","Watch the \u201cextra\u201d sources: sauces, marinades, and salty dips can raise sodium\u2014taste first and use smaller amounts.","Aim for a reasonable portion of meat, then let vegetables and fiber-rich foods do more of the filling work."]},"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-suckling-spare-rib?agent=true"}}}