Guinea hen, meat only, raw
* 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.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.7 MG | 2% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Niacin | 8.8 MG | 55% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.9 MG | 19% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 28% | |
| Folate, total | 6 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.4 UG | 15% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 12 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 11 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.8 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 24 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 169 MG | 14% | |
| Potassium, K | 220 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 69 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.2 MG | 11% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 5% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 17.5 UG | 32% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 110 kcal per 100g.
- Excellent source of protein with 20.6g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Very low in fat (2.5g per 100g).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (32% DV).
- Rich source of Niacin (55% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (28% DV).
About Guinea hen, meat only, raw
Guinea hen is genuinely lean, making it one of the more interesting low-fat poultry options. Meat only, no skin, the fat content is quite low while protein is high. The bird sits somewhere between chicken and pheasant in flavor, with a slightly gamier, more pronounced taste than supermarket chicken. It's used in French and West African cuisines widely. The leanness means it can dry out with prolonged cooking, so it benefits from braising or careful roasting.
Dietary Information
Guinea hen, meat only, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Guinea hen, meat only, raw include Niacin (55% DV) , Selenium, Se (32% DV) , and Vitamin B-6 (28% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 110 calories per 100 grams, Guinea hen, meat only, raw gets 75% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 20% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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