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Fat, pork Nutrition Facts

Mantika, baboy
PhilFCT
Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g
Calories 900kcal / 2530kcal (35%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
100 g/ 42g (238%)
Saturated Fat
39.2 g/ 20g (196%)
Cholesterol
95 mg/ 300mg (31%)
Unsaturated Fat
56.3 g
Total Carbohydrates
0 g/ 348g (0%)
Dietary Fiber
0 g/ 20g (0%)
Sugar
0 g/ 63g (0%)
free
Protein
0 g/ 71g (0%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%)
Vitamin C
0 mg/ 70mg (0%)
Vitamin B1
0 mg/ 1mg (0%)
Vitamin B2
0 mg/ 1mg (0%)
Vitamin B3
0.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0.63%)

Minerals

Calcium
0 mg/ 750mg (0%)
Iron
0 mg/ 12mg (0%)
Phosphorus
0 mg/ 700mg (0%)
Sodium
0 mg/ 1500mg (0%)
free
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Pork fat (fat, pork) — a rich, calorie-dense part of pork used for cooking and flavoring.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
Pork fat provides a lot of energy, but it’s also high in saturated fat (about 39.2 g per 100 g) and cholesterol (about 95 mg per 100 g). Too much saturated fat can make it harder to keep your heart health in a good range over time. Since it has no carbohydrates, fiber, or sugar, it won’t help you feel full the way fiber-rich foods do. The good part: when used in small amounts, it can improve taste and help you enjoy meals—just keep the portion in check.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
  • Use a smaller amount of pork fat for flavor (e.g., a teaspoon or two) instead of cooking with a lot.
  • Balance your plate: aim for 1/2 vegetables, 1/4 protein (leaner cuts or tofu/beans), and 1/4 rice or starchy carbs.
  • Choose cooking styles that reduce added fat: stir-fry with less oil, broil/grill, or stew with measured fat.
  • Watch frequency: if you have fatty dishes for one meal, choose lighter options for the next meal or snack.
  • If you snack, pick options with fiber and protein (like fruits + nuts, yogurt, or boiled eggs) instead of more fatty add-ons.
Common Filipino dishes
Pork adobo (with fat), lechon kawali, crispy pata, sinigang na baboy (with fatty cuts), kare-kare (with peanut sauce and pork)
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