Pork, fresh, leg (ham), shank half, separable lean 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 | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.5 MG | 44% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 26% | |
| Niacin | 6.3 MG | 39% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.6 MG | 12% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 31% | |
| Folate, total | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Choline, total | 74.4 MG | 14% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.5 UG | 21% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 3 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.3 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.3 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 12 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.8 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 224 MG | 18% | |
| Potassium, K | 329 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 90 MG | 4% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.3 MG | 20% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 16% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 21.3 UG | 39% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 119 kcal per 100g.
- Excellent source of protein with 21.7g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Very low in fat (3.0g per 100g).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (20% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (39% DV).
- Good source of Thiamin (44% DV).
About Pork, fresh, leg (ham), shank half, separable lean only, raw
Lean-only raw pork shank is leaner than you might expect given the shank's reputation as a fatty cut - most of the fat sits outside the muscle and is removed with trimming. What remains is a firm, slightly tougher cut that benefits enormously from braising or slow cooking. Protein content is high, fat is low. The collagen in the tissue will render during long cooking even with external fat removed.
Dietary Information
Pork, fresh, leg (ham), shank half, separable lean 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 Pork, fresh, leg (ham), shank half, separable lean only, raw include Thiamin (44% DV) , Selenium, Se (39% DV) , Niacin (39% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (31% DV) , and Riboflavin (26% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 119 calories per 100 grams, Pork, fresh, leg (ham), shank half, separable lean only, raw gets 73% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 22% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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