Poultry

Ostrich, inside leg, cooked

FDC 172840serving ( 3 oz ) (85 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 80 · +3 vs Poultry median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Ostrich, inside leg, cooked ranks among the most nutrient-dense foods we cover, scoring 80 of 100. Within poultry it ranks 19 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (58% DV), a good source of iron (17% DV). Most of its 141 calories per 100 grams come from protein.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 29 g · 87%Carb 0 g · 0%Fat 1.9 g · 13%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories141 kcal7%
Total fat1.9 g2%
Saturated fat0.7 g3%
Cholesterol73 mg24%
Sodium83 mg4%
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars0 g
Protein29 g58%
Potassium352 mg7%
Calcium6 mg0%
Iron3.1 mg17%
Magnesium25 mg6%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.22 mg1%

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FDC 172840

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Protein58% DV
Iron17% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the poultry median

Nutrient density80 vs 77 median
Protein / 100 g29 vs 23 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g83 vs 76 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

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