Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, crumbles Nutrition Facts & Health Impact

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g

Calories1645

Total Fat32.9g

Saturated Fat0.0g

Total Carbs1.4g

Fiber0.0g

Sugars0.0g

Protein22.8g

Macro Breakdown

Protein22.8g (23%)

Carbs1.4g (1%)

Fat32.9g (75%)

Health Scores (0-10)

10.0

Metabolic

1.6

Inflammation

10.0

Hormonal

5.0

Gut Health

6.0

Skin Health

2.7

Brain Health

9.1

Bone Health

7.1

Sleep

9.8

Exercise

5.0

Longevity

10.0

Detox

10.0

Immunity

6.8

Pral

0.0

Satiety

0.0

Nutrient Density

5.0

Bioavailability

6.0

Electrolyte

5.0

Methylation

🧬 How Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, crumbles Affects Your Health

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Testosterone 23% DV

Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5α-reductase and inhibits aromatase.

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Cortisol & Stress 5% DV

Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.

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Testosterone 4% DV

Vitamin D (undefined% DV) activates Leydig cells for T production. Low D is linked to low T.

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Cortisol 30% DV

Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA — calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.

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Thyroid 69% DV

Selenium (undefined% DV) converts T4 to active T3. Essential for thyroid function.

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Hypothyroid

selenium + zinc. Thyroid hormone synthesis requires iodine + tyrosine for T4 structure, selenium for T4→T3 conversion.

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Testosterone Low

zinc + magnesium. Zinc for 5α-reductase and aromatase inhibition. Mg reduces SHBG. D3 activates Leydig cells. Boron si.

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Iron 6% DV

6% DV. Supports red blood cells and oxygen transport. Low iron = fatigue, brain fog.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Nutrient	Amount / 100g	% Daily Value
Energy Kcal	1645.0 kJ	—
Protein	22.8 g	46% DV
Total Fat	32.9 g	42% DV
Carbohydrate	1.4 g	1% DV
Cholesterol	100.0 mg	33% DV
Sodium	94.0 mg	4% DV
Calcium	20.0 mg	2% DV
Iron	1.1 mg	6% DV
Magnesium	19.0 mg	5% DV
Phosphorus	192.0 mg	15% DV
Potassium	280.0 mg	6% DV
Zinc	2.6 mg	23% DV
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg	30% DV
Folate	2.0 µg	1% DV
Vitamin E	0.3 mg	2% DV
Vitamin D	0.8 µg	4% DV
Selenium	38.0 µg	69% DV

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, crumbles a good protein source?

Yes. Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, crumbles provides 22.83g of protein per 100g — that's 46% of the daily value. As an animal protein, it contains all essential amino acids (complete protein).

Does Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, crumbles affect hormones?

Yes — Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, crumbles is rich in selenium (69% DV), which Required for T4→T3 conversion (deiodinase enzyme). Selenoproteins protect Leydig cells from oxidative damage.. selenium supports T3 (active thyroid) and Testosterone production. vitamin b6 supports Progesterone and Dopamine production. zinc supports Testosterone and DHT production.

Is Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, crumbles good for blood pressure?

Yes. Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, crumbles provides 280mg of potassium per 100g (6% DV). Potassium helps lower blood pressure by counteracting sodium's effects and relaxing blood vessel walls. The sodium-to-potassium ratio is 3.0.

How filling is Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, crumbles?

Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, crumbles has a satiety score of 0.0/10. The 22.83g protein stimulates PYY (satiety hormone). This makes it effective for appetite control between meals.