Lungs Variety Meats and By-Products Fresh Pork

Pork, Fresh, Variety Meats and By-Products, Lungs, Raw has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin C and Riboflavin.

It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. With 14.08 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is low.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 18.9 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pork, Fresh, Variety Meats and By-Products, Lungs, Raw has been given a composite ranking of 63, and in moderation.