{"data":{"name":"Rice cake, cuchinta, w\/ grtd coconut topping","slug":"rice-cake-cuchinta-w-grtd-coconut-topping","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Cuchinta\/Kutsinta","may niyog"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Cuchinta\u2014 a soft rice cake made from rice flour, usually topped with grated coconut. It\u2019s typically eaten as a snack or merienda.","common_uses_philippines":["Cuchinta","Bibingka","Puto","Kutsinta","Suman"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":165,"protein_g":1.6,"fat_g":3.2,"saturated_fat_g":2.81,"carbohydrates_g":32.4,"fiber_g":1.6,"sugars_g":16.5,"sodium_mg":78,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":9,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":4.6,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.15,"phosphorus_mg":40,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.05,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":0.5,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.2,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.3,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":62.3},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Cuchinta gives quick energy because it\u2019s mainly carbohydrates (about 32.4g per 100g). It also has sugar (about 16.5g) and some fiber (about 1.6g), which helps with fullness, though it\u2019s not very high in fiber. The coconut topping adds fat (about 3.2g total) and more saturated fat (about 2.81g). It\u2019s also relatively low in sodium (about 78mg). For health, the key is keeping portions and frequency balanced\u2014especially since it can be easy to overeat when it\u2019s sweet and soft.","healthier_tips":["Portion for merienda: aim for about 1 small piece or roughly 50\u201370g if you\u2019re having it with other snacks.","Pair it smart: combine with unsweetened coffee\/tea or water, and add a fruit (like banana or orange) to improve overall fiber and balance.","Watch the coconut topping: if you\u2019re making it at home, use a lighter topping or mix coconut with a bit of grated fruit for flavor.","Frequency: keep cuchinta to 1 snack a day at most, not every day\u2014especially if your other meals already include rice and other sweets.","Balance the day: if you eat cuchinta, choose less sweet options for the rest of the day."]},"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\/rice-cake-cuchinta-w-grtd-coconut-topping?agent=true"}}}