{"data":{"name":"Sausage, pepperoni, raw","slug":"sausage-pepperoni-raw","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["-"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"This is raw sausage\/pepperoni (processed meat). It\u2019s a protein-rich food, usually eaten after cooking.","common_uses_philippines":["Pizza with pepperoni","sausage and egg breakfast","spaghetti with sausage","pancit canton with sausage","arroz caldo with sausage"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":237,"protein_g":12.8,"fat_g":18.6,"saturated_fat_g":7.81,"carbohydrates_g":4.6,"fiber_g":2.3,"sugars_g":1.5,"sodium_mg":1015,"potassium_mg":246},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":11,"calcium_mg":71,"cholesterol_mg":61,"iron_mg":2.9,"monounsaturated_fat_g":7.27,"phosphorus_mg":102,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":2.11,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":17,"total_ash_g":4.1,"unsaturated_fat_g":9.38,"vitamin_a_ug":16,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.21,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.18,"vitamin_b3_mg":2.7,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":59.9,"zinc_mg":3.7},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Processed meats like sausage and pepperoni can be high in saturated fat and sodium. In your 100g serving, it has about 18.6g total fat (with 7.81g saturated fat), 1015mg sodium, and 61mg cholesterol. It also has some fiber (about 2.3g), but the main takeaway is balance: enjoy it for protein, but keep portions and frequency in check so sodium and saturated fat don\u2019t add up too much over the day. If you\u2019re having it as part of your 3 meals plus 1\u20132 snacks, it\u2019s best to treat it as an occasional add-on rather than a daily staple.","healthier_tips":["Portion: keep it small (e.g., a few slices) and pair with more filling, high-fiber foods like vegetables or beans.","Balance your plate: aim for half non-starchy vegetables, a quarter rice\/bread\/pasta, and a quarter protein\u2014sausage can be part of that protein portion.","Watch sodium: if you eat sausage\/pepperoni, go lighter on salty sauces (soy sauce, bagoong, instant seasoning) and choose less-salty toppings.","Add fiber: include salad, saut\u00e9ed veggies, or whole grains to help your meal feel more complete.","Cooking safety: since it\u2019s raw, cook thoroughly until fully done."]},"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-pepperoni-raw?agent=true"}}}