Meat and Poultry
Pork belly, broiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 93% |
| Calories | 213kcal / 2530kcal (8%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 14 g/ 71g (19%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 17.4 g/ 42g (41%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 2.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.32%) |
Vit B1 | 0.17 mg/ 1mg (14%) |
Vit B2 | 0.17 mg/ 1mg (13%) |
Vit B3 | 3.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (21%) source |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 56 mg/ 750mg (7%) |
Phosphorus | 158 mg/ 700mg (22%) source |
Iron | 1.8 mg/ 12mg (15%) |
Sodium | 56 mg/ 1500mg (3%) low |
What is this food?
Pork belly, broiled. It’s a fatty cut of pork, usually served as a protein-rich viand but with a higher fat content than lean meats.
Why it matters to health
Pork belly provides protein (helps build and repair body tissues) and cholesterol naturally comes with animal foods. The bigger health focus here is its total fat and especially saturated fat (higher than lean cuts). It also has sodium (even when broiled, seasoning and the cut can contribute). If you eat it often or in large portions, it can make it easier to exceed daily limits for saturated fat and sodium. The good part: when you include it in a balanced plate and keep portions right, it can still fit into everyday meals.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions smaller: aim for about 1 palm-sized serving per meal, then fill the rest of your plate with rice (or other carbs), lots of vegetables, and a leaner protein if needed.
- Balance the meal: add non-starchy veggies (e.g., pechay, kangkong, lettuce, tomatoes) to support fiber intake.
- Watch seasoning: if it’s salty, pair with less salty sides (avoid extra bagoong, salted fish, or very salty sauces).
- Frequency: enjoy pork belly occasionally, not every day—especially if you also eat other fatty meats or processed foods.
- For snacks, choose lighter options (like fruit or unsweetened yogurt) so your day stays balanced.
Common Filipino dishes
Lechon kawali, Crispy pata, Pork belly sisig, Pork belly adobo, Humba
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