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Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised
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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 | 7.9 MG | 9% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 25% | |
| Niacin | 1.4 MG | 9% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.7 MG | 13% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 2 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.0 UG | 85% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 8 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 16.4 MG | 91% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 12 MG | 3% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 186 MG | 15% | |
| Potassium, K | 151 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 81 MG | 4% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.5 MG | 22% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 23.4 UG | 43% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 99 kcal per 100g.
- Good source of protein with 16.6g per 100g.
- Rich source of Iron, Fe (91% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (22% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (43% DV).
- Good source of Riboflavin (25% DV).
About Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised
Braised pork lung is lean and high in protein with minimal fat. Lung tissue is largely composed of elastic connective tissue, and braising is the standard method for making it palatable. The flavor is mild and the texture becomes soft and slightly spongy when fully cooked. Lung meat appears in traditional European, Asian, and Latin American cuisines, often sliced thin and served in soups or stews.
Dietary Information
Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised include Iron, Fe (91% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (85% DV) , Selenium, Se (43% DV) , Riboflavin (25% DV) , and Zinc, Zn (22% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 99 calories per 100 grams, Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, lungs, cooked, braised gets 67% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 28% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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