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Bratwurst, veal, cooked

Processed Meat Per 100 g · Per 100g serving

Bratwurst, veal, cooked is a food, containing 341 calories per 100g. It provides useful amounts of Vitamin B12 and Selenium, contributing 41% and 35% of the Daily Value per 100g. This food is a moderate protein source, high in fat. Our database tracks 76 nutrients for this food, plus insulin index, environmental footprint data.

341
Calories
kcal
14.0
Protein
g
31.7
Fat
g
0
Carbs
g
0
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

☀️
Vitamin B12
0.98 µg
41% DV
💎
Selenium
19.2 µg
35% DV
☀️
Niacin (B3)
5.4 mg
34% DV

Data for 76 of 150 tracked nutrients

Nutrient Fingerprint

How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Macronutrients 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water SR53.5g
1%
Calories SR341kcal
Energy (kJ) SR1,428kj
Protein SR14.0g
25%
Total Fat SR31.7g
Carbohydrate SR0g
Fiber SR0g
Total Sugars SR0g
Ash SR0.80g
Minerals 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium SR11.0mg
1%
Iron SR0.74mg
9%
Magnesium SR16.0mg
4%
Phosphorus SR150mg
21%
Potassium SR231mg
7%
Sodium SR60.0mg
4%
Zinc SR2.0mg
19%
Copper SR0.08mg
9%
Manganese SR0.05mg
2%
Selenium SR19.2µg
35%
Vitamins 19
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) SR0µg
Vitamin A (IU) SR0IU
Retinol SR0µg
Beta-Carotene SR0µg
Alpha-Carotene SR0µg
Beta-Cryptoxanthin SR0µg
Lycopene SR0µg
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR0µg
Vitamin C SR0mg
Thiamin (B1) SR0.05mg
4%
Riboflavin (B2) SR0.19mg
15%
Niacin (B3) SR5.4mg
34%
Pantothenic Acid (B5) SR0.96mg
19%
Vitamin B6 SR0.31mg
24%
Folate SR9.0µg
2%
Folic Acid SR0µg
Folate (food) SR9.0µg
Folate (DFE) SR9.0µg
Vitamin B12 SR0.98µg
41%
Fatty Acids 7
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat SR14.9g
Monounsaturated Fat SR13.0g
Polyunsaturated Fat SR1.6g
Cholesterol SR79.0mg
Omega-3 EPA SR0g
Omega-3 DPA SR0g
Omega-3 DHA SR0g
Individual Fatty Acids 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Butyric Acid (4:0) SR0g
Caproic Acid (6:0) SR0g
Caprylic Acid (8:0) SR0g
Capric Acid (10:0) SR0.01g
Lauric Acid (12:0) SR0.03g
Myristic Acid (14:0) SR0.39g
Palmitic Acid (16:0) SR2.3g
Stearic Acid (18:0) SR4.8g
Linoleic Acid (18:2) SR0.59g
4%
Linolenic Acid (18:3) SR0.07g
Amino Acids 18
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Tryptophan SR0.14g
Threonine SR0.61g
Isoleucine SR0.69g
Leucine SR1.1g
Lysine SR1.2g
Methionine SR0.33g
Cystine SR0.16g
Phenylalanine SR0.56g
Tyrosine SR0.45g
Valine SR0.77g
Arginine SR0.82g
Histidine SR0.51g
Alanine SR0.83g
Aspartic Acid SR1.2g
Glutamic Acid SR2.2g
Glycine SR0.72g
Proline SR0.58g
Serine SR0.52g
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine SR0mg
Theobromine SR0mg
Alcohol SR0g

Nutrient Density Score

The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.

-10
NRF9.3 Score
Poor · per 100 kcal
Poor (<0) Moderate Good Excellent (100+)

NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.

Nutrient Interactions in This Food

Nutrients in this food that enhance or compete with each other during absorption.

⚠ Antagonisms — nutrients that compete

Zinc vs Copper●●●

High zinc intake induces metallothionein in enterocytes, which traps copper and blocks its absorption. Prolonged high-dose zinc can cause copper deficiency.

Prasad et al., JAMA, 1978; Fosmire, Am J Clin Nutr, 1990

Zinc vs Iron●●

Zinc and non-heme iron compete for the same intestinal transporter (DMT1). High doses of one can reduce absorption of the other when taken simultaneously.

Rossander-Hulten et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 1991

Amino Acid Profile

Essential amino acid composition compared to the WHO/FAO adult reference pattern. The Amino Acid Score indicates protein quality — 100 means all essential amino acid requirements are met.

135
Amino Acid Score
Complete
Leucine
Lowest Scoring
18
Amino Acids Tracked

✓ Complete protein — all essential amino acids meet or exceed WHO reference levels.

All Amino Acids (18)
Amino Acidg / 100gmg / g protein
Tryptophan0.1410.2
Threonine0.6143.7
Isoleucine0.6949.2
Leucine1.179.6
Lysine1.282.4
Methionine0.3323.4
Cystine0.1611.3
Phenylalanine0.5640.3
Tyrosine0.4531.9
Valine0.7755.3
Arginine0.8258.8
Histidine0.5136.3
Alanine0.8359.5
Aspartic Acid1.286.3
Glutamic Acid2.2158.2
Glycine0.7251.4
Proline0.5841.7
Serine0.5237.5

Fatty Acid Profile

Breakdown of fat types per 100g. A healthy fat profile favours unsaturated fats (mono + poly) and a balanced omega-3 to omega-6 ratio.

14.9g
Saturated
13.0g
Monounsaturated
1.6g
Polyunsaturated
Omega Fatty Acids
Linoleic acid (18:2 n-6)0.59 g

How Cooking Changes Nutrients

Estimated percentage of each nutrient retained after cooking, based on USDA retention factors for the “Veal” food category. Values of 100% mean no loss; lower values indicate nutrients lost to heat, water, or oxidation.

Key insights
Vitamin B12 loses up to 40% when simmered. Roasted retains 85%.
Folate loses up to 36% when simmered. Roasted retains 85%.
Thiamin loses up to 50% when braised. Broiled / Grilled retains 65%.

Source: USDA Table of Nutrient Retention Factors, Release 6 (2007). Retention values are category-level averages — actual retention depends on cooking time, temperature, and water volume.

USDA Retention Factors

Insulin Response

The Insulin Index (II) measures the actual insulin response to food on a scale where white bread = 100. Unlike the Glycemic Index (which only measures blood sugar), the II captures the full hormonal response — including the effect of protein and fat on insulin secretion. This is why high-protein foods like meat and dairy can have significant insulin scores despite having low or zero GI values.

40
Insulin Index
Moderate Insulin Response
Insulin Index Scale 40
0 Low ≤30 Mod ≤60 High ≤100 120
Category ●● Assigned from measured food category

Source: Holt et al. 1997; Bao et al. 2016; Bell 2014

Environmental Impact

Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Pig Meat” category.

12.3
kg CO₂e / kg
High Impact
17.4
m² land / kg
Land Use
1,796
L water / kg
Water Use
143
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions12.3 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use17.4 m² / kg
Water Use1,796 L / kg
Eutrophication76.4 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification143 g SO₂e / kg
⚠️ Important context about this data
  • Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
  • System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
  • Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
  • Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.

Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.

Global Supply: Meat

Top 10 countries by per capita supply of the “Meat” food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023). This is food group–level data from FAO Food Balance Sheets, not specific to this individual food.

1.
Tonga
755
2.
Mongolia
643
3.
Argentina
571
4.
China; Macao SAR
546
5.
Marshall Islands
539
6.
Ireland
532
7.
Bahamas
527
8.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
516
9.
Nauru
510
10.
Belarus
498

Global Supply Trend (1961–2023)

+56%
1961: 156 kcal2023: 244 kcal

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste, converted to kcal/capita/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Bratwurst, veal, cooked?

Bratwurst, veal, cooked contains 341 kcal per 100 grams, making it a calorie-dense food. The energy comes from 14.0g of protein (16% of calories), 31.7g of fat (84%), and 0g of carbohydrates (0%). Fat is the primary energy source.

What is Bratwurst, veal, cooked most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Bratwurst, veal, cooked is Vitamin B12, providing 0.98 µg per 100g (41% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Selenium (35% DV). Our database tracks 76 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Bratwurst, veal, cooked high in protein?

Bratwurst, veal, cooked provides 14.0g of protein per 100 grams — a moderate amount. Protein contributes 16% of its calories.

How much fiber is in Bratwurst, veal, cooked?

Bratwurst, veal, cooked contains no dietary fiber. This is typical for this type of food. Pair with plant-based foods to ensure adequate fiber intake.

What is the insulin index of Bratwurst, veal, cooked?

Bratwurst, veal, cooked has a moderate insulin response (II: 40) (estimated from macronutrient composition) on the insulin index scale (white bread = 100). This is a typical insulin response for most mixed foods. Note that the insulin index can differ substantially from the glycemic index — dairy products and high-protein foods often have higher insulin responses than their GI would suggest.