{"data":{"name":"Sausage, salami","slug":"sausage-salami","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["N\/A"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Sausage or salami (processed meat). It\u2019s a protein food made from ground meat, usually cured and seasoned.","common_uses_philippines":["Pork salami sandwich","Spaghetti with salami","Fried rice with sausage\/salami","Pancit with sausage","Breakfast with tocino or sausage"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":244,"protein_g":16.2,"fat_g":18.7,"saturated_fat_g":7.84,"carbohydrates_g":2.7,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":1.5,"sodium_mg":1023,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":30,"calcium_mg":43,"cholesterol_mg":62,"iron_mg":1.4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":7.34,"phosphorus_mg":111,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":2.11,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":103,"total_ash_g":2.8,"unsaturated_fat_g":9.45,"vitamin_a_ug":100,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.12,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.11,"vitamin_b3_mg":3.7,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":59.6},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":25,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Per 100g, it provides protein, but it\u2019s also high in saturated fat (7.84g) and sodium (1023mg), plus cholesterol (62mg). Too much of these, especially from processed meats, can make it harder to keep your heart-healthy targets for fat and salt. The good part: when eaten in smaller portions, it can help you meet protein needs for your daily meals and snacks. Aim to balance it with fiber-rich foods (vegetables, fruits, whole grains) to support better overall nutrition.","healthier_tips":["Keep portions small: use sausage\/salami as a side or topping, not the main bulk of the meal.","Balance your plate: add lots of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, broccoli) and a carb you can control (rice in proper serving, or whole grains).","Watch sodium: if you have sausage\/salami for lunch, choose lower-salt options for dinner and snacks (less bagoong, instant noodles, processed snacks).","Try frequency: limit to once or twice a week, then rely more on fresh lean proteins (fish, chicken, eggs, tofu).","For snacks: pair with fruit or yogurt instead of more processed meat."]},"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-salami?agent=true"}}}