Lamb Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Raw)
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A 100g serving covers 300% of the daily recommended Vitamin B12, making Lamb Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Raw) one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Both protein (15.7g) and fat (17.2g) are substantial, making Lamb Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Raw) a calorie-efficient source of both macronutrients. Lamb Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Raw) packs 222 calories per 100g, placing it on the energy-dense side — a small serving goes a long way. Sodium is modest at 78mg per 100g, well within limits for heart-healthy eating patterns. Nutritionally broad, Lamb Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Raw) delivers meaningful amounts of 14 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value. Contains 156mg of cholesterol per 100g (52% DV), which may matter for individuals actively managing cholesterol.
Calorie Distribution
- Protein29%15.7 g
- Fat71%17.2 g
- Carbs0%0 g
Serving Size
% Daily Value
per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference
Nutrition Facts per 100g
| Water | 66.6 | G |
| Energy | 222 | KCAL |
| Protein | 15.7 | G |
| Total lipid (fat) | 17.2 | G |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0 | G |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0 | G |
| Cholesterol | 156 | MG |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 6.0 | MG |
| Thiamin | 0.15 | MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.38 | MG |
| Niacin | 4.7 | MG |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.18 | MG |
| Folate, total | 4.0 | UG |
| Vitamin B-12 | 7.2 | UG |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 | UG |
| Calcium, Ca | 9.0 | MG |
| Iron, Fe | 2.6 | MG |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21.0 | MG |
| Phosphorus, P | 184 | MG |
| Potassium, K | 257 | MG |
| Sodium, Na | 78.0 | MG |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.3 | MG |
| Copper, Cu | 0.21 | MG |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.05 | MG |
| Selenium, Se | 15.0 | UG |
| Energy | 929 | kJ |
| Ash | 0.92 | G |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.97 | MG |
| Folic acid | 0 | UG |
| Folate, food | 4.0 | UG |
| Folate, DFE | 4.0 | UG |
| Retinol | 0 | UG |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0 | IU |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 6.6 | G |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.03 | G |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.48 | G |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.3 | G |
| SFA 18:0 | 2.5 | G |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 8.5 | G |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.43 | G |
| MUFA 18:1 | 7.8 | G |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0 | G |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.19 | G |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.1 | G |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.48 | G |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.51 | G |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.06 | G |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0 | G |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0 | G |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0 | G |
| Tryptophan | 0.16 | G |
| Threonine | 0.71 | G |
| Isoleucine | 0.61 | G |
| Leucine | 1.1 | G |
| Lysine | 1.1 | G |
| Methionine | 0.33 | G |
| Cystine | 0.17 | G |
| Phenylalanine | 0.59 | G |
| Tyrosine | 0.47 | G |
| Valine | 0.75 | G |
| Arginine | 1.0 | G |
| Histidine | 0.35 | G |
| Alanine | 0.90 | G |
| Aspartic acid | 1.4 | G |
| Glutamic acid | 2.0 | G |
| Glycine | 1.0 | G |
| Proline | 0.83 | G |
| Serine | 0.62 | G |
Common Serving Sizes
| Serving | Cal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| oz (28.35g) | 63 | 4.5g | 4.9g | 0g |
| oz (113g) | 251 | 17.7g | 19.4g | 0g |
Scaled from Lamb Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Raw)'s per-100g values using USDA portion data.
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Nutrient Highlights
- Lamb Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Raw) is a excellent source of Protein (31% DV) — see top foods ranked by Protein
- Lamb Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Raw) is a excellent source of Zinc (21% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc
- Lamb Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Raw) is a good source of Iron (15% DV) — see top foods ranked by Iron
Dietary Considerations
Lamb Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Raw) is naturally low in sodium at 78mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Lamb Variety Meats and By-products Tongue (Raw) fits well in high-protein, low-carb eating patterns with 15.7g protein and only 0.0g carbs per 100g. See the High-Protein, Low-Carb Guide.
Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods
- Vitamin C: top 19% (#1,570 of 8,262)
- Iron: top 21% (#1,735 of 8,262)
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* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Data Source
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 174366.
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