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Calorie & Nutrition Information for Natural* pork carnitas

Natural* pork carnitas contains 143 kcal per 100g, with 11.9g of protein, 2.4g of carbohydrates, and 8.3g of fat. A good source of protein, with 11.9g per 100g.

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Nutritional Overview

Natural* pork carnitas is a prepared or takeaway food designed for convenience. Per 100g serving, it provides 143 kcal of energy, 11.9g of protein, 2.4g of carbohydrates, and 8.3g of fat.

It is a good source of protein, providing 11.9g per 100g (around 33% of its energy), approximately 24% of the UK Reference Nutrient Intake of 50g per day. Under UK/EU nutrition-claim rules, that meets the "high protein" threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. Protein plays a key role in muscle repair, immune function, and keeping you feeling full for longer.

With only 1.2g of sugar per 100g, it meets the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold. This makes it a suitable choice for those reducing their sugar intake as part of a balanced diet. Planning a meal around Natural* pork carnitas? It's 143 kcal per 100g, and our daily food calorie counter keeps the running total honest as you build it out.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Natural* pork carnitas?

Natural* pork carnitas contains 143 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 7% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Natural* pork carnitas high in protein?

Yes, Natural* pork carnitas provides 11.9g of protein per 100g (around 33% of its energy), meeting the UK/EU "high protein" nutrition-claim threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. The UK Reference Nutrient Intake for protein is around 50g per day for adults. A 100g serving of Natural* pork carnitas provides 24% of this.

Is Natural* pork carnitas low in sugar?

Yes, Natural* pork carnitas has only 1.2g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Sources & References

Data source for this food

  1. Open Food Facts — manufacturer's official product page

General nutrition references

  1. British Nutrition Foundation — UK nutrition science and education
  2. USDA FoodData Central — US Department of Agriculture food composition database
  3. NHS Eat Well — UK National Health Service dietary guidance
  4. Food Standards Agency (FSA) — UK food labelling regulations and traffic-light nutrition guidelines
  5. British Dietetic Association (BDA) — UK registered dietitians and evidence-based food fact sheets
  6. British Heart Foundation — heart-healthy eating advice and dietary guidance

Nutritional values are per 100g unless otherwise stated and are provided for general information only. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. If you have a health condition, allergy, or are pregnant, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Values may vary depending on brand, preparation method, and serving size.

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