{"data":{"name":"Sausage, mortadella","slug":"sausage-mortadella","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Sausage or mortadella\u2014processed meat usually made from finely ground pork (sometimes mixed with other meats) and seasoned, then cured\/smoked.","common_uses_philippines":["Sausage and egg","Spam or luncheon meat with rice","Filipino breakfast tocino\/tapa with garlic rice","Macaroni salad with mortadella","Arroz caldo with sausage","Fried rice with sausage"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":260,"protein_g":8.6,"fat_g":22.1,"saturated_fat_g":8.28,"carbohydrates_g":6.7,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":1037,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":10,"calcium_mg":38,"cholesterol_mg":49,"iron_mg":1.2,"monounsaturated_fat_g":9.91,"phosphorus_mg":101,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":2.72,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":1,"total_ash_g":2.3,"unsaturated_fat_g":12.63,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.06,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.08,"vitamin_b3_mg":2.1,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":60.3},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1\/3 cup","weight_g":26.66,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"This is a good source of protein, but per 100g it\u2019s also high in total fat (22.1g) and saturated fat (8.28g), plus sodium (1037mg) and cholesterol (49mg). Too much sodium can make it harder to keep blood pressure in a healthy range, and too much saturated fat can affect heart health over time. Since it\u2019s usually eaten in small portions, it can still fit in your day\u2014especially if you balance it with vegetables, fruits, and high-fiber foods.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions small: try 1\u20132 slices (or about 30\u201350g) per meal, then fill the rest of your plate with rice (or other carbs), vegetables, and a bit of fruit.","Balance the meal: add at least 1\u20132 servings of non-starchy veggies (e.g., pechay, kangkong, carrots, tomatoes) to support fiber and fullness.","Watch sodium: if you\u2019re having sausage\/mortadella, go lighter on salty condiments (toyo, patis, bagoong) and choose less salty sides.","Use it as an add-on, not the main: mix small amounts into fried rice, pasta, or omelets with lots of vegetables.","For snacks (1\u20132 per day), choose lower-sodium options more often (like yogurt, fruit, nuts in small portions) instead of processed meats."]},"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-mortadella?agent=true"}}}