Meat and Poultry / Offal
Pork, suckling, kidney
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 95kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 15.9 g/ 71g (22%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 3.4 g/ 42g (8%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0.3 g/ 348g (0.09%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 1.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.25%) |
Vit B1 | 0.32 mg/ 1mg (26%) source |
Vit B2 | 2.57 mg/ 1mg (197%) high |
Vit B3 | 7.8 mg NE/ 16mg NE (48%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 17 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 200 mg/ 700mg (28%) source |
Iron | 2.2 mg/ 12mg (18%) |
Sodium | 121 mg/ 1500mg (8%) |
What is this food?
This is suckling pork (pork, suckling/kidney area), a protein-rich pork dish. Per 100 g, it has about 95 kcal, with 3.4 g total fat (about 1.09 g saturated fat) and 334 mg cholesterol, plus a small amount of carbohydrates (0.3 g) and 0 g fiber.
Why it matters to health
Suckling pork can help you meet your daily protein needs, especially if you’re having it as part of your 3 full meals and 1–2 snacks. At the same time, it’s relatively higher in saturated fat and cholesterol, and it has 121 mg sodium per 100 g—so it’s best to balance it with fiber-rich foods (vegetables, fruits, and whole grains) and not make it the main protein every day. Pairing it with veggies also helps your meals feel more filling and supports better overall eating quality.
Healthier tips
- Portion: Aim for a palm-sized serving of pork per meal, then fill the rest of your plate with vegetables and rice/other carbs in appropriate portions.
- Add fiber: Have it with at least 1–2 cups of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., ampalaya, kangkong, pechay, carrots) or a side salad.
- Watch sodium: If it’s salty (e.g., with sauce or seasoning), go lighter on the sauce and balance with unsalted sides.
- Choose cooking style: Prefer less oily methods (grilled, roasted with less added fat) over very fatty, deep-fried versions.
- Frequency: Rotate with other proteins like fish, chicken, eggs, tofu, or legumes so your intake stays balanced across the week.
Common Filipino dishes
Lechon, Pork Sinigang, Lechon Kawali, Pork Adobo, Crispy Pata, Sisig
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