Pork

Pork, fresh, composite of trimmed retail cuts (loin and shoulder blade), separable lean only, raw

FDC 167907oz (28 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 63 · +26 vs Pork median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Pork, fresh, composite of trimmed retail cuts (loin and shoulder blade), separable lean only, raw is a strongly nutrient-dense choice at 63 of 100. Within pork it ranks 13 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (42% DV). Most of its 144 calories per 100 grams come from protein.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 21.2 g · 62%Carb 0 g · 0%Fat 5.9 g · 38%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories144 kcal7%
Total fat5.9 g8%
Saturated fat2 g10%
Cholesterol60 mg20%
Sodium54 mg2%
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars-
Protein21 g42%
Potassium384 mg8%
Calcium17 mg1%
Iron0.88 mg5%
Magnesium23 mg5%
Vitamin C0.6 mg1%
Vitamin A2 µg0%
Vitamin E-

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FDC 167907

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Protein42% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the pork median

Nutrient density63 vs 37 median
Protein / 100 g21 vs 18 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g54 vs 87 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Pork, ground, 96% lean / 4% fat, cooked, crumblesDensity 66 vs 63Pork, ground, 96% lean / 4% fat, cooked, pan-broiledDensity 67 vs 63Pork, Leg Cap Steak, boneless, separable lean and fat, rawDensity 68 vs 63

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