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Did you know that eating 20-30g of protein per meal may help you feel fuller and more satisfied?

Pork is packed with the essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that your family needs. 

 

 

 

WHY PORK?

 

Pork has many beneficial qualities that make it easy to incorporate into a balanced menu. The variety of options range from decadent and flavorful to lean and nutrient-rich cuts that are affordable, easy to make, and enjoyable to people of all ages.

 

Pork is naturally low in sodium and a “good” source of potassium — two nutrients that, together, can help regulate blood pressure.

 

Key Nutrients in Pork

(Percent of daily value provided by pork based on a 3-ounce serving. Reference: USDA, Agriculture Research Service, 2012)

  • 5% Iron 
  • 6% Magnesium
  • 8% Vitamin B12
  • 11% Potassium
  • 14% Zinc
  • 19% Riboflavin
  • 20% Phosphorous
  • 37% Niacin
  • 37% Vitamin B6 
  • 54% Thiamin

 

Both the pork tenderloin and pork sirloin roast meet the criteria for the American Heart Association Heart Checkmark, which means they contain less than 5 grams of fat, 2 grams or less of saturated fat, and 480 milligrams or less of sodium per label serving. Pork is also packed with protein, making it easy to include in a health-forward and balanced diet.

 

The Institute of Medicine suggests that about 10-35% of your day’s total daily calories should come from protein; and of that protein, they recommend about 20 to 30 grams per meal to help maintain muscle mass and function.

 

Bonus: eating twice the recommended amount of protein has been linked to beneficial effects on muscle and body composition, leg power, weight loss, weight management, and healthy aging.

 

 THE POWER OF PORK PROTEIN

 

 

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