Luncheon meat, pork and chicken, minced, canned, includes Spam Lite
* 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 | 38.5 MG | 43% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 15% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 16% | |
| Niacin | 3.5 MG | 22% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 17% | |
| Folate, total | 4 UG | 1% | |
| Choline, total | 64.3 MG | 12% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.6 UG | 25% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.6 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 39 MG | 3% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.4 MG | 8% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 18 MG | 4% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 109 MG | 9% | |
| Potassium, K | 461 MG | 10% | |
| Sodium, Na | 1,032 MG | 45% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.2 MG | 20% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Selenium, Se | 27 UG | 49% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 15.2g per 100g.
- Good source of Sodium, Na (45% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (20% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (49% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (43% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (22% DV).
About Luncheon meat, pork and chicken, minced, canned, includes Spam Lite
Canned luncheon meat made from pork and chicken - covering products like Spam Lite - is a convenience staple that trades some of the original's fat content for a slightly leaner profile. The texture is smooth and uniform, the result of finely minced and cooked meat pressed into a can. Protein is decent, fat is moderate, and carbs are minimal. Sodium is high. Slice and pan-fry it for texture, or eat it cold from the can - it's practical, shelf-stable protein with no pretense of being a whole food.
Dietary Information
Luncheon meat, pork and chicken, minced, canned, includes Spam Lite is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Luncheon meat, pork and chicken, minced, canned, includes Spam Lite include Selenium, Se (49% DV) , Sodium, Na (45% DV) , Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (43% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (25% DV) , and Niacin (22% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 196 calories per 100 grams, Luncheon meat, pork and chicken, minced, canned, includes Spam Lite gets 31% of its calories from protein, 3% from carbohydrates, and 64% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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