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Turkey, whole, 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 | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 14% | |
| Niacin | 7.6 MG | 48% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.8 MG | 16% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.6 MG | 35% | |
| Folate, total | 7 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 58 MG | 11% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.2 UG | 51% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 17 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| 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 | 0.9 MG | 5% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 183 MG | 15% | |
| Potassium, K | 224 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 112 MG | 5% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.8 MG | 16% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 21.3 UG | 39% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 21.6g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Selenium, Se (39% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (48% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (35% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin B-12 (51% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Turkey, whole, meat and skin, raw
Raw whole turkey, meat and skin together, is leaner than most people assume before cooking, with protein dominant and fat at a moderate level from the skin. The carbohydrate content is negligible. The whole bird includes both white and dark meat in a ratio that favors white meat, particularly breast. Turkeys are significantly larger than chickens and require longer, more careful roasting to cook through evenly. The raw weight is the starting point for calculating how long a holiday bird needs in the oven.
Dietary Information
Turkey, whole, 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, meat and skin, raw include Vitamin B-12 (51% DV) , Niacin (48% DV) , Selenium, Se (39% DV) , and Vitamin B-6 (35% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 144 calories per 100 grams, Turkey, whole, meat and skin, raw gets 60% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 35% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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