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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Chicken (Light Meat)"
| Food Name: Chicken (Light Meat) | |
| Food Group: Meats | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 153 | Total Fat (g): 4 |
| Protein (g): 27 | Water (g): 68 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 1 | Cholesterol (mg): 75 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 1520 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 930 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 40 | Omega-6 (mg): 690 |
| DPA (22:5 n-3) (mg): 10 | DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 30 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 25 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 8 |
| Vitamin D (IU): 5 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 10 |
| Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 | Vitamin B6 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 3 | Food Folate (mcg): 3 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 3 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 13 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 23 | Phosphorus (mg): 217 |
| Potassium (mg): 236 | Sodium (mg): 51 |
| Zinc (mg): 1 | Selenium (mcg): 26 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 317 | Threonine (mg): 1146 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 1433 | Leucine (mg): 2036 |
| Lysine (mg): 2305 | Methionine (mg): 751 |
| Cystine (mg): 347 | Phenylalanine (mg): 1077 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 916 | Valine (mg): 1346 |
| Arginine (mg): 1637 | Histidine (mg): 842 |
| Alanine (mg): 1480 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 2418 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 4063 | Glycine (mg): 1333 |
| Proline (mg): 1116 | Serine (mg): 933 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 77 | Betaine (mg): 6 |
| Retinol (mcg): 8 | PRAL Score: 16 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Chicken (Light Meat)
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Chicken (Light Meat)'?
100 grams of 'Chicken (Light Meat)' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 27g (around 54% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Fat – 4g (around 5% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Protein while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-protein and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Chicken (Light Meat)'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Chicken (Light Meat)' provides around 153 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from protein, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 8% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Chicken (Light Meat)' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Chicken (Light Meat)' is mainly a source of protein. It contains 27g protein, 0g carbs, and 4g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on protein.
Does 'Chicken (Light Meat)' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Chicken (Light Meat)' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Selenium (mcg): 26 mcg (47% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Phosphorus (mg): 217 mg (17% DV).
'Chicken (Light Meat)' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 13 mg (1% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 236 mg (5% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 23 mg (5% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV),
Sodium (mg): 51 mg (2% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Chicken (Light Meat) in significant amounts?
'Chicken (Light Meat)' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 10 mg (63% DV),
Vitamin B6 (mg): 1 mg (77% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
'Chicken (Light Meat)' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 8 mcg (1% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 25 IU (1% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 5 IU (1% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 3 mcg (1% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 3 mcg (1% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 3 mcg (1% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Chicken (Light Meat)' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Cholesterol (mg): 75 mg (25% of max recommended).