Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, pan-broiled Nutrition Facts & Health Impact

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g

Calories1579

Total Fat31.4g

Saturated Fat0.0g

Total Carbs1.1g

Fiber0.0g

Sugars0.0g

Protein22.6g

Macro Breakdown

Protein22.6g (24%)

Carbs1.1g (1%)

Fat31.4g (75%)

Health Scores (0-10)

10.0

Metabolic

1.8

Inflammation

10.0

Hormonal

5.0

Gut Health

6.0

Skin Health

2.8

Brain Health

9.0

Bone Health

6.9

Sleep

9.8

Exercise

5.0

Longevity

10.0

Detox

10.0

Immunity

6.7

Pral

0.0

Satiety

0.0

Nutrient Density

5.0

Bioavailability

6.0

Electrolyte

5.1

Methylation

🧬 How Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, pan-broiled 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 4% 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 26% 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 + selenium. Zinc for 5α-reductase and aromatase inhibition. Mg reduces SHBG. D3 activates Leydig cells. Boron si.

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Iron 7% DV

7% DV. Supports red blood cells and oxygen transport. Low iron = fatigue, brain fog.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Nutrient	Amount / 100g	% Daily Value
Energy Kcal	1579.0 kJ	—
Protein	22.6 g	45% DV
Total Fat	31.4 g	40% DV
Carbohydrate	1.1 g	—
Cholesterol	99.0 mg	33% DV
Sodium	91.0 mg	4% DV
Calcium	20.0 mg	2% DV
Iron	1.2 mg	7% DV
Magnesium	18.0 mg	4% DV
Phosphorus	181.0 mg	14% DV
Potassium	275.0 mg	6% DV
Zinc	2.5 mg	23% DV
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg	26% DV
Folate	4.0 µg	1% DV
Vitamin E	0.5 mg	3% DV
Vitamin D	0.8 µg	4% DV
Selenium	37.9 µg	69% DV

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, pan-broiled provides 22.59g of protein per 100g — that's 45% of the daily value. As an animal protein, it contains all essential amino acids (complete protein).

Does Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, pan-broiled affect hormones?

Yes — Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, pan-broiled 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, pan-broiled good for blood pressure?

Yes. Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, pan-broiled provides 275mg 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, pan-broiled?

Pork, ground, 72% lean / 28% fat, cooked, pan-broiled has a satiety score of 0.0/10. The 22.59g protein stimulates PYY (satiety hormone). This makes it effective for appetite control between meals.