Prepared and Processed / Canned Meats
Pork humba, cnd Nutrition Facts
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Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
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| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Calories | 127kcal / 2530kcal (5%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 4.7 g/ 42g (11%) |
Total Carbohydrates | 14 g/ 348g (4%) |
Protein | 7.1 g/ 71g (10%) |
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 45 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (6%) |
Vitamin C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vitamin B3 | 0.3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 134 mg/ 750mg (17%) source |
Iron | 0.8 mg/ 12mg (6%) |
Phosphorus | 37 mg/ 700mg (5%) |
Some descriptions on this page are generated with AI assistance to make nutrition information easier to understand. Nutritional data comes from trusted sources like DOST-FNRI and USDA.
What is this food?
AI-assisted Pork humba is a Filipino dish where pork is braised/simmered in a savory-sweet sauce (often with soy sauce and vinegar), usually with garlic and sometimes peanuts or banana/other add-ins. The version here is about 127 kcal per 100 g, with 4.7 g fat and 14 g carbohydrates.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Humba gives you protein from pork, which helps with body repair and keeping you full. It also has carbohydrates from the sauce, so it can provide energy—especially helpful if you’re having it as part of a full meal. At the same time, humba can be high in sodium (from soy sauce) and may be higher in fat depending on the cut used, so it’s best to pair it with plenty of vegetables and keep portions balanced for everyday eating.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - Choose leaner pork cuts when possible (less fatty parts) to reduce overall fat.
- Serve with 1–2 cups of vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, okra, or mixed salad) to add fiber and help balance the meal.
- Watch the rice portion: aim for 1/2 to 1 cup cooked rice per meal, then add more veggies if you’re still hungry.
- If the sauce is very sweet, use less sauce or ask for extra sauce on the side so you can control how much you eat.
- For snacks, keep humba for meals more often; snacks can be lighter (fruit, yogurt, nuts in small portions).
Common Filipino dishes
Pork humba, Adobo, Sinigang na baboy, Kare-kare, Menudo, Lechon kawali
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