Raw Mechanically Separated Variety Meats and By-Products Fresh Pork

Pork, Fresh, Variety Meats and By-Products, Mechanically Separated, Raw has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron and Thiamin.

It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. With 15.03 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is average. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.25 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. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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, Mechanically Separated, Raw has been given a composite ranking of 33, and in moderation.