Meat and Poultry / Exotic Meats
Pork belly, seasoned, roasted, skin and visible fat removed
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 69% |
| Calories | 299kcal / 2530kcal (11%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 24 g/ 71g (33%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 22.6 g/ 42g (53%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.65 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.09%) |
Vit B1 | 0.25 mg/ 1mg (20%) source |
Vit B2 | 0.25 mg/ 1mg (19%) source |
Vit B3 | 5.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (31%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 8 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 232 mg/ 700mg (33%) high |
Iron | 1.4 mg/ 12mg (11%) |
Potassium | 301 mg/ 2000mg (15%) |
Sodium | 364 mg/ 1500mg (24%) |
Zinc | 3.2 mg/ 7mg (49%) high |
What is this food?
Roasted pork belly (seasoned), with the skin and visible fat removed. It’s a rich protein food, but it still has a good amount of fat even after trimming.
Why it matters to health
Pork belly provides protein to support muscle and keep you full. However, it’s also higher in saturated fat (8.22 g per 100 g) and sodium (364 mg per 100 g), plus it has cholesterol (101 mg). Eating it often or in large portions can make it harder to keep saturated fat and sodium within your daily limits. Since it has no carbohydrates and no fiber, it works best when paired with fiber-rich sides (like vegetables) and balanced meals.
Healthier tips
- Portion first: aim for a smaller serving (e.g., about 1/2 cup cooked or roughly 50–75 g) especially if you eat it with rice.
- Balance the plate: add non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, broccoli) and include a fiber source (like a side salad or vegetables).
- Watch the salt: if the seasoning is salty, reduce extra dipping sauces (like toyo with calamansi, bagoong, or soy-based sauces).
- Frequency: enjoy it occasionally, not every day—spread it across the week while keeping your daily meals varied (fish, chicken, eggs, beans).
- Pair smartly for snacks: if you have pork belly at lunch or dinner, choose lighter snacks later (fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small portions).
Common Filipino dishes
Lechon kawali, Crispy pata, Pork belly sisig, Pork belly adobo, Lechon manok with sides
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