Pork, fresh, leg (ham), whole, 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 | 0.9 MG | 1% | |
| Thiamin | 0.9 MG | 73% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 18% | |
| Niacin | 5.3 MG | 33% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.8 MG | 16% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 29% | |
| Folate, total | 9 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 72.3 MG | 13% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.7 UG | 30% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 2 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.6 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 6 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.0 MG | 6% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 229 MG | 18% | |
| Potassium, K | 369 MG | 8% | |
| Sodium, Na | 55 MG | 2% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.3 MG | 21% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 35.4 UG | 64% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 20.5g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (21% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (64% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Thiamin (73% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Niacin (33% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (29% DV).
About Pork, fresh, leg (ham), whole, separable lean only, raw
Lean-only raw pork leg has the visible fat removed before any cooking, leaving a cut that is genuinely high in protein relative to its fat content. This is what dietitians mean when they say pork can be a lean protein option - it depends entirely on the cut and how it's trimmed. No carbohydrates. The lean leg is firm and mild in flavor, best suited for marinating before roasting or for slicing thin into stir-fries.
Dietary Information
Pork, fresh, leg (ham), whole, separable lean only, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pork, fresh, leg (ham), whole, separable lean only, raw include Thiamin (73% DV) , Selenium, Se (64% DV) , Niacin (33% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (30% DV) , and Vitamin B-6 (29% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 136 calories per 100 grams, Pork, fresh, leg (ham), whole, separable lean only, raw gets 60% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 36% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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