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Pork tongue Nutrition Facts

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PhilFCT
Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g
Edible Portion: 86%
Calories 241kcal / 2530kcal (9%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
20.2 g/ 42g (48%)
Saturated Fat
7 g/ 20g (35%)
Cholesterol
119 mg/ 300mg (39%)
Unsaturated Fat
11.64 g
Total Carbohydrates
0.1 g/ 348g (0.03%)
Dietary Fiber
0 g/ 20g (0%)
Sugar
0 g/ 63g (0%)
free
Protein
14.8 g/ 71g (20%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
2.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.39%)
Vitamin C
0 mg/ 70mg (0%)
Vitamin B1
0.15 mg/ 1mg (12%)
Vitamin B2
0.23 mg/ 1mg (17%)
source
Vitamin B3
3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (18%)
source

Minerals

Calcium
28 mg/ 750mg (3%)
Iron
1.6 mg/ 12mg (13%)
Phosphorus
144 mg/ 700mg (20%)
source
Sodium
93 mg/ 1500mg (6%)
low
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Pork tongue is a type of organ meat (protein-rich) that’s usually cooked as viand or added to stews. In 100g, it provides about 241 kcal and 20.2g total fat (with 7.0g saturated fat) plus 119mg cholesterol and 93mg sodium. It’s very low in carbs (about 0.1g).
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
Because pork tongue is high in protein, it helps support muscle and keeps you full in your daily meals and snacks. However, it also comes with higher saturated fat and cholesterol, so it’s best to keep portions reasonable—especially if you eat it often. The sodium is relatively low compared with many processed viands, but it can still add up depending on how it’s cooked (e.g., with salty sauces or broth).
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
  • Keep it as a protein option for one meal, not the main meat every day.
  • Use a smaller serving (about 1 palm-sized portion) and pair with lots of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, ampalaya, carrots, cabbage).
  • Go easy on salty ingredients: reduce added salt, soy sauce, and salty broth; choose herbs, garlic, and vinegar for flavor.
  • Balance your plate: aim for 1/2 vegetables, 1/4 protein (like pork tongue), and 1/4 rice or starchy food.
  • If you’re having it for lunch, consider lighter snacks later (e.g., fruit or yogurt) so your day stays balanced.
Common Filipino dishes
Pork tongue sinigang, Pork tongue giniling, Pork tongue menudo, Pork tongue kare-kare, Pork tongue adobo
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