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Goose thigh Nutrition Facts

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Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g
Edible Portion: 71%
Calories 127kcal / 2530kcal (5%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
3.9 g/ 42g (9%)
Saturated Fat
1.53 g/ 20g (7%)
Unsaturated Fat
2.5 g
Total Carbohydrates
0 g/ 348g (0%)
Dietary Fiber
0 g/ 20g (0%)
Sugar
0 g/ 63g (0%)
free
Protein
23 g/ 71g (32%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
2.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.39%)
Vitamin C
0 mg/ 70mg (0%)
Vitamin B1
0.09 mg/ 1mg (7%)
Vitamin B2
0.26 mg/ 1mg (20%)
source
Vitamin B3
6.9 mg NE/ 16mg NE (43%)
high

Minerals

Calcium
8 mg/ 750mg (1%)
Iron
2.8 mg/ 12mg (23%)
source
Phosphorus
188 mg/ 700mg (26%)
source
Sodium
77 mg/ 1500mg (5%)
low
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Goose thigh (thigh meat). It’s a protein-rich part of the goose, usually eaten as roasted or cooked meat.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
Goose thigh provides protein to help build and repair body tissues and keep you full. It also has fat (about 3.9g per 100g), including saturated fat (about 1.53g per 100g). Since it has no carbohydrates and no fiber, pairing it with vegetables and other fiber-rich foods helps balance your meals. It’s also relatively lower in sodium at about 77mg per 100g, but sodium can rise depending on how it’s seasoned or processed.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
For a balanced day (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), use goose thigh as your main protein and build your plate like this:
  • Portion: aim for about 1 palm-sized serving per meal (or adjust based on your appetite and activity).
  • Add fiber: include at least 1–2 cups of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, sayote) to support digestion and fullness.
  • Choose smart sides: pair with brown rice, half-cup to 1 cup cooked rice, or root crops instead of extra fatty sauces.
  • Cooking matters: roast, grill, or simmer instead of deep-frying; go easy on salty marinades and sauces.
  • Watch the fat: if the dish is very oily, skim off excess oil before serving.
    • Common Filipino dishes
    Roast goose, braised goose, ginataang manok-style (with goose), adobo-style goose, grilled goose, goose soup with vegetables
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