Pork, ground, 84% lean / 16% fat, 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 | 0.3 MG | 28% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 26% | |
| Niacin | 6.4 MG | 40% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.6 MG | 13% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.6 MG | 32% | |
| Folate, total | 2 UG | 1% | |
| Choline, total | 61.5 MG | 11% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.7 UG | 30% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.5 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.4 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 15 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.9 MG | 5% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 16 MG | 4% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 161 MG | 13% | |
| Potassium, K | 244 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 68 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.9 MG | 17% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 30.2 UG | 55% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 18.0g per 100g.
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (55% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Thiamin (28% DV).
- Good source of Riboflavin (26% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (40% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (32% DV).
About Pork, ground, 84% lean / 16% fat, raw
Ground pork at 84/16 lean-to-fat in its raw state sits in a middle ground between very lean ground turkey and the richer 72/28 grind. The fat is enough to keep it from drying out in a skillet but not so heavy that every dish it enters becomes rich. It handles well in meatballs, dumplings, or any application where ground beef is the usual default.
Dietary Information
Pork, ground, 84% lean / 16% fat, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pork, ground, 84% lean / 16% fat, raw include Selenium, Se (55% DV) , Niacin (40% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (32% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (30% DV) , and Thiamin (28% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 218 calories per 100 grams, Pork, ground, 84% lean / 16% fat, raw gets 33% of its calories from protein, 1% from carbohydrates, and 66% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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