Pork Chop

Publish date: 2024-05-08
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Per gram of protein, pork chops contain twice as much selenium—an essential mineral that's linked to a lower risk of prostate cancer—as chicken. And Purdue researchers found that a 6-ounce serving daily helped people preserve their muscle while losing weight. 

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 ounces
Calories: 189
Protein: 21 g
Fat: 11 g
Saturated: 4 g
Monounsaturated: 5 g
Polyunsaturated: 1 g
Carbohydrate: 0 g
Sugar: 0 g
Fiber: 0 g

Key Vitamins and Minerals

Thiamin
Amount: .5 mg
Daily Value: 31%

Riboflavin
Amount: .2 mg
Daily Value: 10%

Niacin
Amount: 6.4 mg
Daily Value: 32%

Vitamin B6
Amount: .5 mg
Daily Value: 27%

Phosphorus
Amount: 178 mg
Daily Value: 18%

Zinc
Amount: 1.8 mg
Daily Value: 12%

Selenium
Amount: 36.4 mcg
Daily Value: 52%

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