Pork

Pork, fresh, ground, cooked

FDC 167903oz (85 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 41 · +4 vs Pork median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Pork, fresh, ground, cooked is middling for nutrient density at 41 of 100. Within pork it ranks 28 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (51% DV). Most of its 297 calories per 100 grams come from fat. Worth noting: it is high in saturated fat (7.7 g per 100 g).

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 25.7 g · 35%Carb 0 g · 0%Fat 20.8 g · 65%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories297 kcal15%
Total fat21 g27%
Saturated fat7.7 g39%
Cholesterol94 mg31%
Sodium73 mg3%
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars0 g
Protein26 g51%
Potassium362 mg8%
Calcium22 mg2%
Iron1.3 mg7%
Magnesium24 mg6%
Vitamin C0.7 mg1%
Vitamin A2 µg0%
Vitamin E0.21 mg1%

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FDC 167903

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.

Protein51% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the pork median

Nutrient density41 vs 37 median
Protein / 100 g26 vs 18 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g73 vs 87 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

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

Pork, ground, 84% lean / 16% fat, cooked, pan-broiledDensity 42 vs 41Pork, ground, 84% lean / 16% fat, rawDensity 42 vs 41Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, mechanically separated, rawDensity 43 vs 41

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