Ostrich, inside leg, 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 | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 17% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 23% | |
| Niacin | 4.8 MG | 30% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.2 MG | 24% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 31% | |
| Folate, total | 8 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 5.1 UG | 213% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 5 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 2.3 MG | 13% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 220 MG | 18% | |
| Potassium, K | 320 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 72 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.9 MG | 35% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 16% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 36.4 UG | 66% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 111 kcal per 100g.
- Excellent source of protein with 22.4g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Very low in fat (1.7g per 100g).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (35% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (66% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Riboflavin (23% DV).
About Ostrich, inside leg, raw
Raw ostrich inside leg is a lean, dark red meat with a protein profile competitive with the leanest beef cuts and fat that barely registers. Ostrich is farmed commercially in the United States, South Africa, and parts of Europe, primarily for its hide and feathers, with the meat as a secondary product. The inside leg is one of the larger muscle groups and has a flavor often described as beef-like, mild, and clean. Because it contains so little fat, it cooks faster than equivalently sized beef and is best prepared to medium or below to preserve tenderness and moisture.
Dietary Information
Ostrich, inside leg, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Ostrich, inside leg, raw include Vitamin B-12 (213% DV) , Selenium, Se (66% DV) , Zinc, Zn (35% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (31% DV) , and Niacin (30% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 111 calories per 100 grams, Ostrich, inside leg, raw gets 81% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 14% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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