{"data":{"name":"Pork tongue","slug":"pork-tongue","scientific_name":"Sus scrofa scrofa","alternate_names":["Baboy dila"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Pork tongue is a type of organ meat (protein-rich) that\u2019s usually cooked as viand or added to stews. In 100g, it provides about 241 kcal and 20.2g total fat (with 7.0g saturated fat) plus 119mg cholesterol and 93mg sodium. It\u2019s very low in carbs (about 0.1g).","common_uses_philippines":["Pork tongue sinigang","Pork tongue giniling","Pork tongue menudo","Pork tongue kare-kare","Pork tongue adobo"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":86},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":241,"protein_g":14.8,"fat_g":20.2,"saturated_fat_g":7,"carbohydrates_g":0.1,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":93,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":28,"cholesterol_mg":119,"iron_mg":1.6,"monounsaturated_fat_g":9.55,"phosphorus_mg":144,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":2.09,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":55,"total_ash_g":0.8,"unsaturated_fat_g":11.64,"vitamin_a_ug":55,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.15,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.23,"vitamin_b3_from_tryptophan_mg":2.6,"vitamin_b3_mg":3,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":64.1},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 slice","weight_g":35,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Because pork tongue is high in protein, it helps support muscle and keeps you full in your daily meals and snacks. However, it also comes with higher saturated fat and cholesterol, so it\u2019s best to keep portions reasonable\u2014especially if you eat it often. The sodium is relatively low compared with many processed viands, but it can still add up depending on how it\u2019s cooked (e.g., with salty sauces or broth).","healthier_tips":["Keep it as a protein option for one meal, not the main meat every day.","Use a smaller serving (about 1 palm-sized portion) and pair with lots of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, ampalaya, carrots, cabbage).","Go easy on salty ingredients: reduce added salt, soy sauce, and salty broth; choose herbs, garlic, and vinegar for flavor.","Balance your plate: aim for 1\/2 vegetables, 1\/4 protein (like pork tongue), and 1\/4 rice or starchy food.","If you\u2019re having it for lunch, consider lighter snacks later (e.g., fruit or yogurt) so your day stays balanced."]},"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-tongue?agent=true"}}}