Meat and Poultry / Poultry
Moor hen breast
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 147kcal / 2530kcal (5%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 21.4 g/ 71g (30%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 6.8 g/ 42g (16%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.11%) |
Vit B1 | 0.23 mg/ 1mg (19%) |
Vit B2 | 0.51 mg/ 1mg (39%) |
Vit B3 | 7.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (46%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 26 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 189 mg/ 700mg (27%) |
Iron | 3 mg/ 12mg (25%) |
Sodium | 61 mg/ 1500mg (4%) |
What is this food?
Moor hen breast is a lean poultry meat (the breast part). It’s mainly a protein-rich food, with little to no carbohydrates and no fiber.
Why it matters to health
Moor hen breast helps support muscle repair and growth because it’s high in protein. It also provides healthy nutrients from animal protein, but it has some saturated fat (about 1.96 g per 100 g) and cholesterol (about 47 mg). Sodium is relatively low (about 61 mg), which is good if you’re mindful of salt in cooking. Since it’s 0 g carbs and 0 g fiber, it works best when paired with vegetables and whole grains to make your meal balanced.
Healthier tips
- For meals: pair a serving of moor hen breast with 1–2 cups non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, ampalaya) plus a carb portion like 1/2–1 cup cooked rice or 1 slice whole-grain bread.
- Watch the cooking method: choose grilled, steamed, or lightly sautéed with less oil instead of deep-frying.
- Balance your day: aim for 3 full meals and 1–2 snacks; use this protein at lunch or dinner, and keep snacks mostly fruit or yogurt/unsweetened options.
- Season wisely: since sodium can add up from sauces, go easy on soy sauce, patis, and salty marinades.
Common Filipino dishes
Chicken adobo, grilled chicken, tinola, sinigang na manok, chicken inasal
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