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Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, tail, 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 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 18% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Niacin | 2.1 MG | 13% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.7 MG | 13% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.4 MG | 22% | |
| Folate, total | 5 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.9 UG | 37% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 18 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.0 MG | 6% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 8 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 50 MG | 4% | |
| Potassium, K | 349 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 63 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.3 MG | 21% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 2.7 UG | 5% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 17.8g per 100g.
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (21% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (22% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-12 (37% DV).
About Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, tail, raw
Raw pork tail is fatty and collagen-heavy, reflecting the anatomy of the cut. Fat leads considerably over protein, and carbs are absent. Like feet, tails require long slow cooking to become tender and are valued as much for the gelatin they release as for the meat itself. Braised, smoked, or deep-fried after slow cooking, they appear in barbecue traditions across the American South, the Caribbean, and parts of Asia.
Dietary Information
Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, tail, raw 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, tail, raw include Vitamin B-12 (37% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (22% DV) , and Zinc, Zn (21% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 378 calories per 100 grams, Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, tail, raw gets 19% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 80% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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