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Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, raw
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 38.5 MG | 43% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 18% | |
| Niacin | 4 MG | 25% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 MG | 20% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Folate, total | 11 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 3.8 UG | 159% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 14 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 10 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 8.0 MG | 44% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 14 MG | 3% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 224 MG | 18% | |
| Potassium, K | 340 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 198 MG | 9% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.6 MG | 15% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.3 MG | 29% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 44.3 UG | 81% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 92 kcal per 100g.
- Good source of protein with 16.2g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (2.5g per 100g).
- Good source of Iron, Fe (44% DV).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (29% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (81% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, raw
Raw beef lungs are very lean, with high protein relative to their modest calorie count and almost no fat. The texture raw is spongy and unusual, which limits their appeal in most Western kitchens. Lungs are eaten in many parts of the world and historically appeared in traditional dishes like Scottish haggis. In the United States, beef lung is currently banned for human consumption in commercially sold food, so this USDA entry exists primarily for reference and research purposes.
Dietary Information
Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, raw include Vitamin B-12 (159% DV) , Selenium, Se (81% DV) , Iron, Fe (44% DV) , Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (43% DV) , and Copper, Cu (29% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 92 calories per 100 grams, Beef, variety meats and by-products, lungs, raw gets 70% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 24% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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