Meat & Poultry · per 100g
A lean and versatile cut of meat prized for its mild flavor and tender texture, pork loin serves as a dense source of high-quality protein in a balanced diet.
Thiamin (Vitamin B1), Niacin
Thiamin (Vitamin B1), Niacin
Niacin, Zinc
Protein, Potassium
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
Despite being categorized as 'red meat' by the USDA, the culinary industry often marketed pork loin as 'the other white meat' due to its pale color and lean profile when cooked.
Standout nutrients
Thiamin (Vitamin B1)
Niacin
Protein
Vitamin B6
Seasonality
Not available
Diet
Sustainability
Pork generally has a lower carbon footprint than beef or lamb but higher than poultry or plant proteins.
Storage
Refrigerate
3–5 days
Keep in original packaging or a sealed container
Freeze
6–12 months
Wrap tightly to prevent freezer burn
Flavour
Harmonized from 2 validated sources
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