{"data":{"name":"Turkey thigh","slug":"turkey-thigh","scientific_name":"Meleagris gallopavo","alternate_names":["Pabo hita"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Turkey thigh (100 g) is a leaner poultry protein. It has about 100 kcal, 2.1 g total fat (with 0.55 g saturated fat), 0 g carbs, and 61 mg sodium.","common_uses_philippines":["Turkey adobo","Turkey tinola","Turkey afritada","Turkey mechado","Turkey sinigang"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":null},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":100,"protein_g":20.3,"fat_g":2.1,"saturated_fat_g":0.55,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":61,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":8,"iron_mg":1,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.69,"phosphorus_mg":141,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.56,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":7,"total_ash_g":1,"unsaturated_fat_g":1.25,"vitamin_a_ug":7,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.09,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.28,"vitamin_b3_mg":4.7,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":76.6},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Turkey thigh helps you meet your daily protein needs, which supports muscle repair and keeps you full between meals. It has no carbs and no sugar, so it\u2019s a good choice when you want steadier energy across your 3 meals and 1\u20132 snacks. The fat is relatively low, but it still contains saturated fat, so it\u2019s best to pair it with lots of vegetables and choose lighter cooking methods. Sodium is also present, so avoid going heavy on salty sauces or seasoning mixes.","healthier_tips":["Choose skinless or trim visible fat when possible.","Cook using grilling, baking, steaming, or air-frying instead of deep-frying.","Pair with 1\u20132 cups of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, broccoli) and a sensible portion of rice or carbs if you need them.","Watch the sodium: go easy on toyo, patis, bagoong, and salty marinades; use herbs, garlic, lemon, and pepper for flavor.","For a balanced plate: aim for palm-sized protein per meal, then add vegetables and your usual rice portion."]},"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-thigh?agent=true"}}}