Meat and Poultry / Poultry
Duck thigh
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 71% |
| Calories | 171kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 20.5 g/ 71g (28%) | ||||
Total Fat | 9.9 g/ 42g (23%) | ||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 3 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.43%) |
Vit B1 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vit B2 | 0.32 mg/ 1mg (24%) source |
Vit B3 | 4.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (27%) source |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 65 mg/ 750mg (8%) |
Phosphorus | 156 mg/ 700mg (22%) source |
Iron | 2.1 mg/ 12mg (17%) |
Sodium | 38 mg/ 1500mg (2%) very low |
What is this food?
Duck thigh is a cut of duck meat, usually eaten as a main protein (often roasted, stewed, or cooked with skin). Per 100g, it has about 171 kcal and ~9.9g fat, with ~3.3g saturated fat and 0g carbs.
Why it matters to health
Duck thigh can help you meet your daily protein needs for muscle repair and satiety. It also has healthy-to-use fats for energy, but it’s important to note the saturated fat content and the sodium (about 38mg per 100g, which can be higher depending on how it’s seasoned). If you often eat duck thigh with salty sauces or frequent fatty servings, it can add up in calories and saturated fat—so it’s best to balance it with vegetables and other lighter options during your 3 meals and 1–2 snacks.
Healthier tips
- Choose a reasonable portion: aim for about 1 palm-sized serving per meal, then fill the rest of your plate with vegetables and enough rice or carbs for your activity level.
- If the dish allows, trim excess skin/fat or drain some oil after cooking.
- Go easy on salty seasonings: watch for salty sauces, bagoong, and soy-based dips.
- Pair it with fiber-rich sides (e.g., kangkong, pechay, ampalaya, or mixed veggies) to improve overall meal balance.
- For snacks, don’t add another heavy protein right after—keep snacks lighter (fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small portions).
Common Filipino dishes
Roast duck, Duck adobo, Duck sinigang, Duck pochero, Duck kare-kare
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