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Pork, suckling, brain Nutrition Facts

Baboy litsunin, utak
PhilFCT
Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g
Calories 129kcal / 2530kcal (5%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
9.7 g/ 42g (23%)
Saturated Fat
2.19 g/ 20g (10%)
Cholesterol
2312 mg/ 300mg (770%)
Unsaturated Fat
3.26 g
Total Carbohydrates
0.2 g/ 348g (0.06%)
Dietary Fiber
0 g/ 20g (0%)
Sugar
0 g/ 63g (0%)
free
Protein
10.2 g/ 71g (14%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%)
Vitamin C
0 mg/ 70mg (0%)
Vitamin B1
0.21 mg/ 1mg (17%)
source
Vitamin B2
0.35 mg/ 1mg (26%)
source
Vitamin B3
2.3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (14%)

Minerals

Calcium
12 mg/ 750mg (1%)
Iron
0.8 mg/ 12mg (6%)
Phosphorus
229 mg/ 700mg (32%)
high
Sodium
89 mg/ 1500mg (5%)
low
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Suckling pork brain (pork brain). It’s a protein-rich organ meat, usually served as a viand or part of a dish.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
Why it matters: Pork brain provides protein for muscle repair and keeps you full. It also has high cholesterol and more saturated fat compared with lean meats, so it’s best to enjoy it in smaller, occasional portions. It’s also relatively low in carbs and fiber, so pairing it with vegetables and rice in the right amounts helps balance your plate. Sodium is not very high here, but the main watch-outs are saturated fat and cholesterol.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
  • Keep portions small—think about 1–2 tablespoons to 1/4 cup per serving, then fill the rest of your plate with vegetables.
  • Pair with non-starchy veggies (e.g., kangkong, pechay, cabbage) and add a sensible amount of rice or other carbs.
  • For your day: since you already have 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks, treat brain as an occasional viand rather than a daily choice.
  • Choose cooking methods like stewing, grilling, or simmering instead of heavy frying.
  • If you have high cholesterol or heart-related concerns, consider having it less often and ask your clinician for a personalized guide.
Common Filipino dishes
Dinuguan, Crispy pata, Lechon kawali, Pork sisig, Pork brain stew, Kare-kare
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