{"data":{"name":"Pork tail","slug":"pork-tail","scientific_name":"Sus scrofa scrofa","alternate_names":["Baboy buntot"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Pork tail (usually cooked as a rich, fatty pork dish). It\u2019s mainly a protein food, but it\u2019s also high in fat.","common_uses_philippines":["Pork tail sinigang","Pork tail kare-kare","Pork tail ginataan","Crispy pork tail (chicharon-style)","Pork tail adobo"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":76},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":477,"protein_g":15.4,"fat_g":46.1,"saturated_fat_g":16.02,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":75,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":46,"cholesterol_mg":133,"iron_mg":0.7,"monounsaturated_fat_g":21.74,"phosphorus_mg":74,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":5.06,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":115,"total_ash_g":0.6,"unsaturated_fat_g":26.8,"vitamin_a_ug":115,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.19,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.16,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.8,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":37.9},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 slice","weight_g":35,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Pork tail can help you meet your daily protein needs for muscle and satiety. However, per 100g it\u2019s also high in total fat (46.1g) and saturated fat (16.0g), with cholesterol (133mg). It also has low carbs and fiber (0g), so it won\u2019t help much with digestion or steady energy. The sodium is relatively low in the given data (75mg), but the way it\u2019s cooked (sauces, seasoning, broth) can still raise sodium. Keeping portions reasonable helps you enjoy it while balancing overall fat intake across your 3 full meals and 1\u20132 snacks a day.","healthier_tips":["Portion: Aim for a smaller serving (about 1\/4 to 1\/3 cup cooked) and balance the plate with rice in a controlled amount and lots of vegetables.","Pair smart: Add non-starchy veggies (e.g., kangkong, pechay, ampalaya, okra) and a source of fiber (like a side salad or gulay).","Cooking method: If possible, choose less oily preparation (less frying, skim excess fat from the sauce\/broth).","Frequency: Have it occasionally rather than every day, especially if you also eat other fatty meats.","Balance the day: On days you eat pork tail, choose leaner options for the next meal\/snack (e.g., fish, eggs in moderation, tofu, or chicken without skin) and include fruit\/vegetables."]},"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-tail?agent=true"}}}