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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Raw Chicken Thigh"
| Food Name: Raw Chicken Thigh | |
| Food Group: Meats | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 221 | Total Fat (g): 17 |
| Protein (g): 17 | Water (g): 66 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 5 | Cholesterol (mg): 98 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 6940 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 3467 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 169 | Omega-6 (mg): 3214 |
| ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 144 | EPA (20:5 n-3) (mg): 4 |
| DPA (22:5 n-3) (mg): 10 | DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 7 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 78 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 23 |
| Vitamin D (IU): 3 | Vitamin K (mcg): 2 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 5 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 3 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 3 | Folate DFE (mcg): 3 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 7 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 18 | Phosphorus (mg): 157 |
| Potassium (mg): 204 | Sodium (mg): 81 |
| Zinc (mg): 1 | Selenium (mcg): 19 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 167 | Threonine (mg): 735 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 731 | Leucine (mg): 1318 |
| Lysine (mg): 1448 | Methionine (mg): 438 |
| Cystine (mg): 183 | Phenylalanine (mg): 632 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 579 | Valine (mg): 764 |
| Arginine (mg): 1157 | Histidine (mg): 465 |
| Alanine (mg): 1015 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1554 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 2571 | Glycine (mg): 1005 |
| Proline (mg): 773 | Serine (mg): 675 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 46 | Betaine (mg): 10 |
| Retinol (mcg): 23 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 108 |
| PRAL Score: 9 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Raw Chicken Thigh
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Raw Chicken Thigh'?
100 grams of 'Raw Chicken Thigh' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 17g (around 34% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Fat – 17g (around 22% 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 'Raw Chicken Thigh'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Raw Chicken Thigh' provides around 221 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 11% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Raw Chicken Thigh' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Raw Chicken Thigh' is mainly a source of protein. It contains 17g protein, 0g carbs, and 17g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on protein.
Does 'Raw Chicken Thigh' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Raw Chicken Thigh' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Selenium (mcg): 19 mcg (35% DV).
'Raw Chicken Thigh' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 7 mg (1% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 204 mg (4% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 18 mg (4% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 157 mg (13% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV),
Sodium (mg): 81 mg (4% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Raw Chicken Thigh in significant amounts?
'Raw Chicken Thigh' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 5 mg (31% DV),
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 1 mcg (42% DV).
'Raw Chicken Thigh' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 23 mcg (3% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 78 IU (3% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 3 IU (0% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 2 mcg (2% 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 'Raw Chicken Thigh' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 5 g (25% of max recommended),
Cholesterol (mg): 98 mg (33% of max recommended).