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Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw

Pork Per 100 g · Per 100g serving
Data sources: 52 AFCD 48 SR Legacy

Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw is a meat at 120 calories per 100g. It provides useful amounts of Vitamin B12 and Protein, contributing 46% and 37% of the Daily Value per 100g. This meat is high in protein. Pork provides complete protein, B vitamins (especially thiamin), and minerals. Leaner cuts offer a favorable protein-to-fat ratio. Our database tracks 100 nutrients for this food, plus insulin index, environmental footprint data.

120
Calories
kcal
20.6
Protein
g
3.5
Fat
g
0
Carbs
g
0
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

☀️
Vitamin B12
1.1 µg
46% DV
💪
Protein
20.6 g
37% DV
Linoleic Acid (18:2)
5.7 g
34% DV

Data for 100 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 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water AFCD23.8g
1%
Calories SR120kcal
Energy (kJ) SR502kj
Protein SR20.6g
37%
Total Fat SR3.5g
Carbohydrate AFCD0g
Fiber AFCD0g
Total Sugars AFCD0g
Starch AFCD0g
Ash AFCD0.40g
Minerals 11
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium AFCD16.0mg
2%
Iron AFCD0.29mg
4%
Magnesium AFCD6.0mg
2%
Phosphorus AFCD91.0mg
13%
Potassium AFCD104mg
3%
Sodium AFCD24.0mg
2%
Zinc AFCD0.37mg
3%
Copper AFCD0.03mg
4%
Manganese AFCD0.004mg
0%
Selenium AFCD6.0µg
11%
Fluoride AFCD48.5µg
1%
Vitamins 36
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) AFCD17.0µg
2%
Vitamin A (IU) SR0IU
Retinol AFCD17.0µg
Beta-Carotene AFCD0µg
Alpha-Carotene SR0µg
Beta-Cryptoxanthin SR0µg
Lycopene SR0µg
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR0µg
Vitamin C AFCD0mg
Vitamin D SR0.30µg
2%
Vitamin D (IU) AFCD5.5IU
Vitamin D2 AFCD0µg
Vitamin D3 AFCD5.5µg
Vitamin E AFCD0.40mg
3%
Beta-Tocopherol SR0mg
Gamma-Tocopherol SR0.03mg
Delta-Tocopherol SR0mg
Alpha-Tocotrienol SR0mg
Beta-Tocotrienol SR0mg
Gamma-Tocotrienol SR0mg
Delta-Tocotrienol SR0mg
Vitamin K1 SR0µg
Vitamin K2 (MK-4) SR0µg
Thiamin (B1) AFCD0.17mg
14%
Riboflavin (B2) AFCD0.11mg
8%
Niacin (B3) AFCD1.6mg
10%
Pantothenic Acid (B5) AFCD0.23mg
5%
Vitamin B6 AFCD0.06mg
5%
Biotin (B7) AFCD8.8µg
29%
Folate AFCD4.0µg
1%
Folic Acid SR0µg
Folate (food) AFCD4.0µg
Folate (DFE) AFCD4.0µg
Vitamin B12 AFCD1.1µg
46%
Choline SR79.7mg
14%
Betaine SR3.0mg
Fatty Acids 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat AFCD27.3g
Monounsaturated Fat AFCD31.7g
Polyunsaturated Fat AFCD6.5g
Trans Fat AFCD0.33g
Cholesterol AFCD46.0mg
Omega-3 ALA AFCD0.35g
22%
Omega-3 EPA AFCD0g
Omega-3 DPA AFCD0g
Omega-3 DHA AFCD0g
Individual Fatty Acids 12
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Butyric Acid (4:0) SR0g
Caproic Acid (6:0) SR0g
Caprylic Acid (8:0) AFCD0.91g
Capric Acid (10:0) AFCD16.8g
Lauric Acid (12:0) AFCD9.2g
Myristic Acid (14:0) AFCD1.6g
Palmitic Acid (16:0) SR0.72g
Stearic Acid (18:0) SR0.40g
Linoleic Acid (18:2) AFCD5.7g
34%
Omega-6 LA SR0.46g
Omega-6 GLA SR0g
Linolenic Acid (18:3) SR0.02g
Amino Acids 19
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Tryptophan AFCD0.09g
Threonine SR0.93g
Isoleucine SR1.0g
Leucine SR1.8g
Lysine SR1.9g
Methionine SR0.57g
Cystine SR0.24g
Phenylalanine SR0.87g
Tyrosine SR0.79g
Valine SR1.1g
Arginine SR1.4g
Histidine SR0.89g
Alanine SR1.2g
Aspartic Acid SR2.0g
Glutamic Acid SR3.3g
Glycine SR0.93g
Proline SR0.83g
Serine SR0.89g
Hydroxyproline SR0.05g
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine AFCD0mg
Theobromine SR0mg
Alcohol AFCD0g

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.

-71
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.

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.

74
Amino Acid Score
Moderate
Tryptophan
Limiting Amino Acid
19
Amino Acids Tracked

Tip: The limiting amino acid is Tryptophan. Pair with dairy, poultry, and eggs for a complete amino acid profile.

All Amino Acids (19)
Amino Acidg / 100gmg / g protein
Tryptophan0.094.5
Threonine0.9344.9
Isoleucine1.049.2
Leucine1.885.2
Lysine1.992.7
Methionine0.5727.6
Cystine0.2411.5
Phenylalanine0.8742.0
Tyrosine0.7938.1
Valine1.152.3
Arginine1.466.5
Histidine0.8943.2
Alanine1.258.7
Aspartic Acid2.097.8
Glutamic Acid3.3159.6
Glycine0.9345.0
Proline0.8340.4
Serine0.8943.2
Hydroxyproline0.052.6

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.

27.3g
Saturated
31.7g
Monounsaturated
6.5g
Polyunsaturated
1:1.3
Omega-3 : Omega-6 Ratio
Omega-6 dominant — ideal range is 1:1 to 1:4
Omega Fatty Acids
ALA (18:3 n-3)0.35 g
Linoleic acid (18:2 n-6)0.46 g
⚠ Trans fat: 0.33 g per 100g. WHO recommends less than 1% of total energy from trans fats.

How Cooking Changes Nutrients

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

Key insights
Vitamin B6 loses up to 45% when simmered. Roasted retains 85%.
Folate loses up to 34% when simmered. Roasted retains 95%.
Thiamin loses up to 55% when simmered. Broiled / Grilled retains 70%.

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 Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw?

Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw contains 120 kcal per 100 grams, making it a moderate-calorie food. The energy comes from 20.6g of protein (69% of calories), 3.5g of fat (26%), and 0g of carbohydrates (0%). Protein is the primary energy source.

What is Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw is Vitamin B12, providing 1.1 µg per 100g (46% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Protein (37% DV). Our database tracks 100 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw high in protein?

With 20.6g per 100 grams, Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw is a high-protein food. Protein accounts for 69% of its total calories, making it suitable for diets focused on protein intake.

How much fiber is in Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw?

Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw contains no dietary fiber. This is typical for animal-derived food. Pair with plant-based foods to ensure adequate fiber intake.

What is the insulin index of Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw?

Pork, fresh, loin, tenderloin, separable lean and fat, raw 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.