Meat and Poultry
Pork, suckling, spare rib
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 46% |
| Calories | 168kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 17 g/ 71g (23%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 11.1 g/ 42g (26%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 6 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.86%) |
Vit B1 | 0.29 mg/ 1mg (24%) source |
Vit B2 | 0.46 mg/ 1mg (35%) high |
Vit B3 | 5.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (31%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 8 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 162 mg/ 700mg (23%) source |
Iron | 0.8 mg/ 12mg (6%) |
Sodium | 42 mg/ 1500mg (2%) low |
What is this food?
Suckling/spare ribs (pork ribs). It’s a protein-rich pork cut, usually cooked with some fat and seasoning, so it can be higher in saturated fat and sodium depending on how it’s prepared.
Why it matters to health
Pork ribs provide protein to help build and repair body tissues and keep you full between meals. In this 100 g serving, it also has 11.1 g total fat and 3.57 g saturated fat, plus 38 mg cholesterol. It’s relatively low in carbs and fiber (0 g), so it works best when paired with vegetables, fruits, and high-fiber carbs during your 3 meals and snacks. Sodium is 42 mg here, but rib dishes can become higher in sodium if marinated or sauced—so it’s good to watch the seasoning and portion.
Healthier tips
- Pair ribs with half-plate non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, ampalaya, carrots) and add a small serving of rice or root crops for energy.
- Choose cooking methods that reduce extra fat when possible (e.g., grilling/roasting with less added oil, avoid heavy basting sauces).
- For snacks, balance your day: if you eat ribs at a main meal, keep snacks lighter (e.g., fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small portions).
- Watch the “extra” sources: sauces, marinades, and salty dips can raise sodium—taste first and use smaller amounts.
- Aim for a reasonable portion of meat, then let vegetables and fiber-rich foods do more of the filling work.
Common Filipino dishes
Ribs barbecue, Crispy pata, Sinigang na baboy, Lechon kawali, Pork adobo, Pork mechado
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