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Veal, variety meats and by-products, brain, 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 | 13 MG | 14% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 15% | |
| Niacin | 2.4 MG | 15% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 MG | 20% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.2 MG | 10% | |
| Folate, total | 3 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 9.7 UG | 402% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 16 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.7 MG | 9% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 16 MG | 4% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 385 MG | 31% | |
| Potassium, K | 214 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 156 MG | 7% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.6 MG | 15% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.3 MG | 29% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Selenium, Se | 11 UG | 20% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 11.5g per 100g.
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (31% DV).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (29% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (20% DV).
- Good source of Pantothenic acid (20% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin B-12 (402% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Veal, variety meats and by-products, brain, cooked, braised
Braised veal brain remains fatty and low in protein compared to muscle cuts, with the long gentle braise keeping the texture smooth and cohesive. Classical preparations finish it with capers, lemon, and parsley to cut through the richness. Nutritionally it is an outlier among meat products - high in fat, moderate protein, and extremely cholesterol-dense.
Dietary Information
Veal, variety meats and by-products, brain, cooked, braised is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Veal, variety meats and by-products, brain, cooked, braised include Vitamin B-12 (402% DV) , Phosphorus, P (31% DV) , Copper, Cu (29% DV) , Selenium, Se (20% DV) , and Pantothenic acid (20% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 136 calories per 100 grams, Veal, variety meats and by-products, brain, cooked, braised gets 34% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 64% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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