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Turkey, whole, light meat, meat and skin, 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 | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Niacin | 9.0 MG | 56% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.7 MG | 15% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.7 MG | 42% | |
| Folate, total | 7 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 50.4 MG | 9% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.7 UG | 28% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 19 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.3 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 11 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.8 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 188 MG | 15% | |
| Potassium, K | 223 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 105 MG | 5% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.3 MG | 11% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 20.7 UG | 38% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 22.0g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Selenium, Se (38% DV).
- Rich source of Niacin (56% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (42% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-12 (28% DV).
About Turkey, whole, light meat, meat and skin, raw
Raw turkey light meat with skin sits at a moderate fat level because the skin brings extra fat that the lean breast muscle alone wouldn't have. The protein is substantial even before cooking. Strip the skin before cooking and you get one of the leaner proteins available; leave it on and the fat content climbs considerably.
Dietary Information
Turkey, whole, light meat, meat and skin, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Turkey, whole, light meat, meat and skin, raw include Niacin (56% DV) , Vitamin B-6 (42% DV) , Selenium, Se (38% DV) , and Vitamin B-12 (28% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 161 calories per 100 grams, Turkey, whole, light meat, meat and skin, raw gets 55% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 42% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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