Meat and Poultry / Poultry
Turkey liver
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 124kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 19.2 g/ 71g (27%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 3.9 g/ 42g (9%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 2.9 g/ 348g (0.83%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 987.5 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (141%) high |
Vit B1 | 0.22 mg/ 1mg (18%) source |
Vit B2 | 1.85 mg/ 1mg (142%) high |
Vit B3 | 18 mg NE/ 16mg NE (112%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 50 mg/ 750mg (6%) |
Phosphorus | 216 mg/ 700mg (30%) source |
Iron | 35.8 mg/ 12mg (298%) high |
Sodium | 147 mg/ 1500mg (9%) |
What is this food?
Turkey liver is an organ meat (a type of liver) that’s rich in protein and many important micronutrients. It’s usually cooked and served in small portions because it’s nutrient-dense.
Why it matters to health
Turkey liver can support your daily protein needs and provides vitamin A (good for vision and immune health) and iron (helps carry oxygen in the blood). It also contains cholesterol and saturated fat, plus some sodium, so it’s best to eat it in reasonable portions. For many people, liver is a “nutrient powerhouse,” but because it’s high in certain nutrients, keeping frequency and portion size in check helps you get the benefits without overdoing it.
Healthier tips
- Keep servings small: aim for about 30–50 g per meal, especially if you’re having it as part of your 3 full meals.
- Balance your plate: pair with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, sayote, carrots) and a sensible portion of rice or other carbs.
- Limit how often: consider having liver 1–2 times per week, not daily.
- If it’s cooked with lots of oil or salty sauces, choose lighter cooking (sauté with less oil, stew, or grill) and go easy on added salt.
- On days you eat liver, you can keep other high-cholesterol foods lighter (like extra fatty meats or processed meats).
Common Filipino dishes
Chicken liver bistek, Pork liver spread, Adobong atay, Dinuguan (with pork liver), Lechon kawali with liver sauce
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