{"data":{"name":"Rice cake, puto, white, w\/ grtd coconut topping","slug":"rice-cake-puto-white-w-grtd-coconut-topping","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Puto puti","may niyog"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Puto (white rice cake) with grated coconut topping. It\u2019s mainly a carbohydrate food from rice, with added fat and sweetness from the coconut.","common_uses_philippines":["Puto","bibingka","suman","kakanin (rice cakes)","maja blanca"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":209,"protein_g":2.7,"fat_g":1.1,"saturated_fat_g":0.96,"carbohydrates_g":47.1,"fiber_g":2.1,"sugars_g":17.8,"sodium_mg":205,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":15,"calcium_mg":88,"cholesterol_mg":11,"iron_mg":2.2,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.06,"phosphorus_mg":61,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.01,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":18,"total_ash_g":1.2,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.07,"vitamin_a_ug":17,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.01,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.2,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":47.9},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Puto gives quick energy from carbohydrates (about 47 g per 100 g), and it also has some fiber (about 2 g) that can help with fullness and digestion. The coconut topping adds flavor, but it also increases saturated fat (about 0.96 g) and total fat (about 1.1 g). It has sugar (about 17.8 g) and sodium (about 205 mg), so having it often or in big portions can make it easier to go over daily limits for added sugar and salt. The good part: when paired with protein and vegetables, puto can fit well in a balanced day.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions in check: treat puto as a snack or a small side for your meals, not the whole plate.","Pair it: add protein like boiled egg, fish, chicken, or tofu, plus vegetables (e.g., atchara, ensaladang gulay) to balance your snack.","Watch the topping: use a lighter amount of grated coconut (or mix with less-sweet toppings) to reduce saturated fat and sugar.","Choose timing: if you eat puto for merienda, keep your next meal lighter on rice and other starchy foods.","Since it has sodium, avoid salty pairings (like instant noodles or processed viands) on the same 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-puto-white-w-grtd-coconut-topping?agent=true"}}}