Pork

Pork, ground, 96% lean / 4% fat, raw

FDC 169190oz (113 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 68 · +31 vs Pork median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Pork, ground, 96% lean / 4% fat, raw is a strongly nutrient-dense choice at 68 of 100. Within pork it ranks 9 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (42% DV). Most of its 121 calories per 100 grams come from protein.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 21.1 g · 70%Carb 0.2 g · 1%Fat 4 g · 30%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories121 kcal6%
Total fat4 g5%
Saturated fat1.4 g7%
Cholesterol59 mg20%
Sodium67 mg3%
Carbohydrate0.21 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars0 g
Protein21 g42%
Potassium310 mg7%
Calcium15 mg1%
Iron0.86 mg5%
Magnesium19 mg5%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.29 mg2%

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FDC 169190

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.

Protein42% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the pork median

Nutrient density68 vs 37 median
Protein / 100 g21 vs 18 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g67 vs 87 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Pork, Shoulder petite tender, boneless, separable lean and fat, rawDensity 70 vs 68Pork, Shoulder breast, boneless, separable lean and fat, rawDensity 71 vs 68Pork, Leg sirloin tip roast, boneless, separable lean and fat, rawDensity 76 vs 68

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