{"data":{"name":"Venison thigh","slug":"venison-thigh","scientific_name":"Rusa marianna","alternate_names":["Usa hita"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Venison thigh is the meat portion from a deer, usually cooked as a lean protein. For 100g, it provides about 89 kcal and is mostly protein with very low carbs and fiber.","common_uses_philippines":["Venison adobo","Venison sinigang","Venison kaldereta","Venison mechado","Venison bistek"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":null},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":89,"protein_g":21.9,"fat_g":0.2,"saturated_fat_g":0.08,"carbohydrates_g":0,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":45,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":12,"iron_mg":1.3,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.06,"phosphorus_mg":170,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.04,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"total_ash_g":1.2,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.1,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.15,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.13,"vitamin_b3_mg":8.5,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":76.7},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"It helps you meet your daily protein needs for muscle repair and satiety, especially useful for 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks a day. It\u2019s also low in carbohydrates and sugar, which can fit well with balanced meals. Watch the fat type: it has a small amount of total fat (0.2g) and saturated fat (0.08g), so choosing lighter cooking methods helps keep your overall fat intake in a good range. It also has some sodium (45mg), so go easy on salty sauces and seasoning blends when you cook.","healthier_tips":["Pair it with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, broccoli) and a small serving of rice or root crops if needed for energy.","Use healthier cooking methods: grill, roast, stew with minimal oil, or simmer with herbs and spices.","For snacks, keep portions smaller and balanced\u2014e.g., a small serving of venison with veggies, or add it to a meal rather than making it the only item.","Flavor smart: use garlic, onion, pepper, vinegar, calamansi, and herbs instead of heavy salty sauces."]},"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\/venison-thigh?agent=true"}}}