{"data":{"name":"Rice cake, puto, brown","slug":"rice-cake-puto-brown","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Puto","brown"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"This is puto (rice cake), made from rice flour. The version described here is \u201cputo, brown,\u201d so it\u2019s still a carb-based food, with some fiber and a bit less refined feel than plain white rice versions.","common_uses_philippines":["Puto","Bibingka","Kutsinta","Suman","Rice cakes (kakanin)"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":206,"protein_g":2,"fat_g":0.1,"saturated_fat_g":0.08,"carbohydrates_g":49.3,"fiber_g":1.5,"sugars_g":19.2,"sodium_mg":225,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":17,"calcium_mg":5,"cholesterol_mg":12,"iron_mg":2.9,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.01,"phosphorus_mg":23,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":20,"total_ash_g":0.5,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.01,"vitamin_a_ug":19,"vitamin_b1_mg":0,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.1,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":48.1},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1\/2 slice","weight_g":50,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Puto is a quick energy food because it\u2019s high in carbohydrates (about 49 g per 100 g). It also has some fiber (~1.5 g), which can help with fullness and digestion. On the other hand, it has moderate sugar (~19 g) and sodium (~225 mg), and it contains saturated fat (~0.08 g) plus cholesterol (~12 mg)\u2014so it\u2019s best to enjoy it in the right portion, especially if you\u2019re also eating other salty or sweet foods in the day. Everything in moderation works well here: puto can fit your meals\/snacks when balanced with protein and vegetables.","healthier_tips":["Portion matters: start with a smaller serving (for example, 1\u20132 small pieces) and see how it fits your day.","Pair it: combine puto with protein like boiled egg, fish, chicken, or tofu, and add vegetables (e.g., atchara, ensaladang gulay) to balance your snack.","Watch the sweet\/salty add-ons: if it\u2019s served with toppings, keep them light to avoid pushing sugar and sodium higher.","Timing: since it\u2019s carb-heavy, put it more as a snack or as part of a balanced meal, not as the only food.","Choose whole-grain when available: \u201cbrown\u201d versions can offer a bit more fiber, which helps with fullness."]},"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-puto-brown?agent=true"}}}