Meat and Poultry / Exotic Meats
Pork intestine, small
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 71kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 12.6 g/ 71g (17%) | ||||
Total Fat | 2.3 g/ 42g (5%) low | ||||
Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 10.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (1%) |
Vit B1 | 0.17 mg/ 1mg (14%) |
Vit B2 | 0.33 mg/ 1mg (25%) source |
Vit B3 | 2.9 mg NE/ 16mg NE (18%) source |
Vit C | 14 mg/ 70mg (20%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 9 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 150 mg/ 700mg (21%) source |
Iron | 2.4 mg/ 12mg (20%) source |
Sodium | 107 mg/ 1500mg (7%) low |
What is this food?
Pork intestine (small), a type of organ meat. It’s mainly a protein food with very little carbs and fiber.
Why it matters to health
With about 2.3 g fat per 100 g and 71 kcal, pork intestine can fit into meals as a protein add-on. It has 0 g carbs and 0 g fiber, so it won’t help you feel full from fiber—pair it with vegetables and/or legumes for better balance. It also has 107 mg sodium per 100 g, so it’s best to watch how often and how salty the dish is (especially if it’s cooked with salty sauces).
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small and treat it as a protein side, not the whole meal.
- Pair with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, okra) and add fiber from brown rice, kamote, or beans if you’re having rice.
- Choose cooking methods like stewing or grilling with less added salt; go easy on salty condiments.
- For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), include this in one meal, and balance the other meals with fish, eggs, chicken, tofu, or legumes.
Common Filipino dishes
Pork intestine (isaw), Dinuguan, Chicharon bulaklak, Kinilaw na bituka, Ginisang bituka
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