Meat and Poultry / Red Meat
Lamb roast/back
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 129kcal / 2530kcal (5%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 19.2 g/ 71g (27%) | ||||
Total Fat | 5.8 g/ 42g (13%) | ||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.1 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.01%) |
Vit B1 | 0.1 mg/ 1mg (8%) |
Vit B2 | 0.15 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vit B3 | 5.9 mg NE/ 16mg NE (36%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 18 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 131 mg/ 700mg (18%) source |
Iron | 1.8 mg/ 12mg (15%) |
Sodium | 59 mg/ 1500mg (3%) low |
What is this food?
Lamb roast/back is a cooked cut of lamb (usually roasted or baked). It’s mainly a protein-rich food with some fat, and it has no carbohydrates in the nutrition data.
Why it matters to health
Lamb roast/back helps support your daily needs for protein (important for building and repairing body tissues). It also provides fat, including saturated fat (2.53 g per 100 g), so it’s best to balance it with other foods in your plate. The sodium listed is 59 mg per 100 g, which is relatively moderate, but your total sodium still depends on how it’s seasoned and what you eat with it. Since it has 0 g carbs and 0 g fiber, pair it with vegetables and high-fiber sides for better fullness and digestion.
Healthier tips
- For meals, aim to include lamb as your protein portion, then add 1–2 cups of non-starchy vegetables (like kangkong, broccoli, pechay, or mixed greens) and a carb source if it’s your main meal (like rice, kamote, or whole grains).
- Watch the portion size: choose a serving that fits your appetite (for example, about the size of your palm for one meal), especially if you eat fatty cuts often.
- Go easy on salty sauces/seasonings; use herbs, garlic, lemon, and spices for flavor.
- If you’re having it for lunch or dinner, keep snacks lighter (e.g., fruit or yogurt) so your day stays balanced.
Common Filipino dishes
Lamb Caldereta, Lamb Afritada, Roast Lamb with Gravy, Lamb Shawarma-style Wrap, Sinigang na Lamb
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