{"data":{"name":"Rice cake (glutinous), biko, w\/ purple rice","slug":"rice-cake-glutinous-biko-w-purple-rice","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Biko","may pirurutong"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Biko (rice cake made with glutinous\/purple rice), usually sweetened with sugar and topped with coconut.","common_uses_philippines":["Biko","Bibingka","Suman","Sapin-sapin","Puto"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":227,"protein_g":2.6,"fat_g":0.4,"saturated_fat_g":0.34,"carbohydrates_g":53.2,"fiber_g":1.4,"sugars_g":16.3,"sodium_mg":177,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":14,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.5,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.02,"phosphorus_mg":33,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.01,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":0.2,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.03,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.5,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":43.6},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Biko is mainly a carb-based energy food\u2014about 53g carbohydrates per 100g\u2014so it helps fuel your day, especially if you\u2019re eating it as part of a full meal or as a snack. It also has some fiber (about 1.4g), which can support better digestion. However, it\u2019s also relatively high in sugar (about 16.3g) and has saturated fat (about 0.34g) from coconut, plus sodium (about 177mg). Balance matters: having biko in the right portion and frequency helps you enjoy it without crowding out more nutrient-rich foods like ulam, vegetables, and protein.","healthier_tips":["Portion first: keep it to a small slice (about 1\/4\u20131\/3 of a typical piece) especially if you also ate rice or bread that day.","Pair it smart: have biko with a source of protein (e.g., boiled egg, fish, or tokwa) and add a side of vegetables if available.","Watch the sweet: if you\u2019re making it at home, reduce added sugar or use less topping.","Snack timing: choose biko for one snack, not both snacks, to avoid too much sugar and carbs in the day.","Hydrate: drink water (or unsweetened drinks) to help with overall balance."]},"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-glutinous-biko-w-purple-rice?agent=true"}}}