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Pork, fresh, shoulder, whole, separable lean and fat, raw
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* 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.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.7 MG | 1% | |
| Thiamin | 0.8 MG | 64% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 21% | |
| Niacin | 3.8 MG | 24% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.7 MG | 14% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 20% | |
| Folate, total | 5 UG | 1% | |
| Choline, total | 60.6 MG | 11% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.7 UG | 31% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 2 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.7 UG | 9% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 15 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 MG | 6% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 18 MG | 4% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 182 MG | 15% | |
| Potassium, K | 302 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 65 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.7 MG | 25% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 25.5 UG | 46% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 17.2g per 100g.
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (25% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (46% DV).
- Rich source of Thiamin (64% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Riboflavin (21% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (24% DV).
About Pork, fresh, shoulder, whole, separable lean and fat, raw
Roasted whole pork shoulder, lean and fat combined, is rich and deeply flavored. Long roasting renders some fat and breaks down the tough connective tissue, which is what makes shoulder so satisfying when cooked properly. It runs noticeably higher in fat than loin cuts even after cooking. Best suited to recipes that embrace the richness rather than trying to work around it.
Dietary Information
Pork, fresh, shoulder, whole, separable lean and fat, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pork, fresh, shoulder, whole, separable lean and fat, raw include Thiamin (64% DV) , Selenium, Se (46% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (31% DV) , Zinc, Zn (25% DV) , and Niacin (24% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 236 calories per 100 grams, Pork, fresh, shoulder, whole, separable lean and fat, raw gets 29% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 69% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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