{"data":{"name":"Rice cake, cuchinta","slug":"rice-cake-cuchinta","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Cuchinta\/Kutsinta"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Cuchinta is a Filipino rice cake made from rice flour (a starchy, carb-based snack\/dessert). It\u2019s usually steamed and often has a sweet taste from added sugar.","common_uses_philippines":["Cuchinta","Bibingka","Puto","Suman","Sapin-sapin"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":166,"protein_g":1.4,"fat_g":0.8,"saturated_fat_g":0.67,"carbohydrates_g":38.4,"fiber_g":0.7,"sugars_g":18,"sodium_mg":86,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":11,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.6,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.05,"phosphorus_mg":10,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.02,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":0.5,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.07,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.2,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":58.9},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":30,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Per 100g, cuchinta provides energy mainly from carbohydrates (about 38.4g). It also has 18g sugar and a small amount of fiber (0.7g), which means it can be filling but may still raise your overall sugar intake if eaten often or in big portions. It has 0.8g total fat with 0.67g saturated fat, and 86mg sodium, so it\u2019s best to enjoy it as an occasional treat. The good side: the carbs can help fuel your day, especially if you pair it with a balanced meal or snack.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions small: treat it like a snack, not a main meal\u2014aim for about 1 small piece (or less) depending on size.","Balance it: pair with fresh fruit or a drink without added sugar (e.g., plain water) to help round out your snack.","Watch frequency: if you already had rice or bread at a meal, choose cuchinta less often that day to avoid too many carbs.","Choose options with less added sugar when available, and try to limit sweet drinks alongside it.","If you\u2019re managing cholesterol or heart health, be mindful of saturated fat from desserts\u2014enjoy it occasionally."]},"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?agent=true"}}}