Meat and Poultry / Offal
Pork, suckling, stomach
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 95kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 14.3 g/ 71g (20%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 4.2 g/ 42g (10%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 6.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.96%) |
Vit B1 | 0.09 mg/ 1mg (7%) |
Vit B2 | 0.52 mg/ 1mg (40%) high |
Vit B3 | 2.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (13%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 11 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 131 mg/ 700mg (18%) source |
Iron | 1.4 mg/ 12mg (11%) |
Sodium | 54 mg/ 1500mg (3%) low |
What is this food?
Suckling pork stomach (pork, suckling, stomach) — a protein-rich pork cut that’s usually cooked and served as a viand.
Why it matters to health
This food helps because it provides protein for muscle repair and keeps you full. However, per 100g it also has 4.2g total fat with 1.67g saturated fat and 92mg cholesterol. It’s also relatively low in carbs and fiber (0g), so it won’t help with digestion the way vegetables and whole grains do. Sodium is 54mg, which is not extremely high, but the overall salt can increase depending on how it’s cooked (sauces, seasoning, dipping).
Healthier tips
- For a balanced day with 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks:
- Keep portions reasonable: aim for about 1 palm-sized serving of pork per meal, then fill the rest of the plate with vegetables and carbs you can control (rice, potatoes, or bread).
- Choose cooking methods that use less added fat (boil, stew, roast) instead of heavy frying.
- Pair with fiber-rich sides: ensaladang gulay, pinakbet (with less bagoong), or tossed veggies to support digestion and fullness.
- Watch the salt: go easy on extra seasoning, soy sauce, or dipping sauces—these can raise sodium quickly.
- If you’re having it often, balance your week by alternating with leaner proteins (fish, chicken breast, tofu) and more plant-based meals.
Common Filipino dishes
Lechon kawali, Pork sisig, Crispy pata, Dinuguan, Lechon manok with pork-based sides, Pork belly adobo
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