{"data":{"name":"Sausage, chorizo","slug":"sausage-chorizo","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Longanisa","chorizo"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Sausage or chorizo is a processed meat made from ground pork (or other meats) mixed with spices and usually cured\/smoked. It\u2019s typically eaten as a savory protein in meals like fried rice, pasta, or viands.","common_uses_philippines":["Chorizo with garlic fried rice","Chorizo pasta","Chorizo and egg breakfast","Chorizo and vegetable stir-fry","Arroz caldo with chorizo"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":440,"protein_g":29.6,"fat_g":33.2,"saturated_fat_g":12.47,"carbohydrates_g":5.8,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":1345,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":91,"cholesterol_mg":76,"iron_mg":5.3,"monounsaturated_fat_g":15.96,"phosphorus_mg":250,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":3,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":195,"total_ash_g":5.6,"unsaturated_fat_g":18.96,"vitamin_a_ug":195,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.15,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.36,"vitamin_b3_mg":5.9,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":25.8},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":30,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Per 100g, it\u2019s high in calories and fat (especially saturated fat), and it also has a lot of sodium. It provides protein, which helps keep you full and supports muscle maintenance, but the high saturated fat and sodium can be a concern for heart health when eaten often. It also has cholesterol. A practical way to enjoy it is to use it as a \u201cflavor add-on\u201d rather than the main portion every day\u2014so your meals still have room for vegetables, fruits, and other healthier protein choices.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions small: try 1\u20132 slices or about 30\u201350g per meal, then add more vegetables.","Balance your plate: pair with 1\u20132 cups of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, cabbage, carrots, sayote) and a sensible serving of rice or carbs.","Watch sodium: if you\u2019re having sausage\/chorizo, go lighter on salty sauces (toyo, patis, bagoong) and instant noodles.","Choose frequency: have it occasionally (not daily), especially if you\u2019re also eating other processed foods.","For snacks and meals: aim for 3 full meals with 1\u20132 snacks\u2014use sausage only in one meal and make the other meals more vegetable- and fiber-rich."]},"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\/sausage-chorizo?agent=true"}}}