Meat and Poultry / Red Meat
Lamb loin
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 123kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 20.2 g/ 71g (28%) | ||||
Total Fat | 4.7 g/ 42g (11%) | ||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vit B2 | 0.22 mg/ 1mg (16%) source |
Vit B3 | 6.8 mg NE/ 16mg NE (42%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 8 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 141 mg/ 700mg (20%) source |
Iron | 1.4 mg/ 12mg (11%) |
Sodium | 64 mg/ 1500mg (4%) low |
What is this food?
Lamb loin is a lean cut of lamb meat. It’s mainly a protein food, with little to no carbs and no fiber.
Why it matters to health
For everyday meals, lamb loin helps support muscle repair and keeps you full because it’s rich in protein. It also has some fat—especially saturated fat—and a small amount of sodium. If you eat it often, choosing smaller portions and balancing it with vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats helps keep your meals more heart-friendly while still getting the benefits of protein.
Healthier tips
- For 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks a day, use lamb loin as your protein portion: aim for about 1 palm-sized serving per meal (adjust based on your appetite and activity).
- Pair it with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, broccoli) and add a carb from brown rice, kamote, or whole grain bread if you need energy.
- Go easy on salty sauces (soy-based, bagoong, or very salty marinades) to keep sodium lower.
- Try cooking methods like grilling, roasting, or stewing instead of deep-frying.
Common Filipino dishes
Lamb kaldereta, Lamb giniling, Lamb mechado, Lamb sinigang, Lamb barbecue
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