{"data":{"name":"Turkey liver","slug":"turkey-liver","scientific_name":"Meleagris gallopavo","alternate_names":["Pabo atay"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Turkey liver is an organ meat (a type of liver) that\u2019s rich in protein and many important micronutrients. It\u2019s usually cooked and served in small portions because it\u2019s nutrient-dense.","common_uses_philippines":["Chicken liver bistek","Pork liver spread","Adobong atay","Dinuguan (with pork liver)","Lechon kawali with liver sauce"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":124,"protein_g":19.2,"fat_g":3.9,"saturated_fat_g":1.18,"carbohydrates_g":2.9,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":147,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":50,"cholesterol_mg":294,"iron_mg":35.8,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.58,"phosphorus_mg":216,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":1.19,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":19750,"total_ash_g":1.4,"unsaturated_fat_g":1.77,"vitamin_a_ug":19750,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.22,"vitamin_b2_mg":1.85,"vitamin_b3_mg":18,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":72.6},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Turkey liver can support your daily protein needs and provides vitamin A (good for vision and immune health) and iron (helps carry oxygen in the blood). It also contains cholesterol and saturated fat, plus some sodium, so it\u2019s best to eat it in reasonable portions. For many people, liver is a \u201cnutrient powerhouse,\u201d but because it\u2019s high in certain nutrients, keeping frequency and portion size in check helps you get the benefits without overdoing it.","healthier_tips":["Keep servings small: aim for about 30\u201350 g per meal, especially if you\u2019re having it as part of your 3 full meals.","Balance your plate: pair with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, sayote, carrots) and a sensible portion of rice or other carbs.","Limit how often: consider having liver 1\u20132 times per week, not daily.","If it\u2019s cooked with lots of oil or salty sauces, choose lighter cooking (saut\u00e9 with less oil, stew, or grill) and go easy on added salt.","On days you eat liver, you can keep other high-cholesterol foods lighter (like extra fatty meats or 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\/turkey-liver?agent=true"}}}