Posted on 01/23/2025 5:57:22 AM PST by Red Badger
In the world of nutrition, we're often reminded of the importance of eating fruits and vegetables to keep a balanced diet. But hold onto your hats, folks—a recent study has revealed that pork fat ranks as one of the healthiest foods on the planet, even outdoing many veggies. With a nutritional score of 73 out of 100, pork fat lands in the eighth spot on a list of the world's top 100 healthiest foods, according to BBC Future.
Pork fat, also known as lard, is a fantastic source of B vitamins and minerals. Plus, it's more unsaturated and healthier than lamb or beef fat. This type of fat contains monounsaturated fatty acids, like oleic acid, which is also found in olive oil—famous for its heart health benefits. But remember, moderation is key!
In the lineup of the healthiest foods, pork fat beat out 92 other foods, including peas, red cabbage, tomatoes, mackerel, lettuce, oranges, and sweet potatoes. This might come as a shocker to many, as veggies have traditionally been seen as the healthiest choice. However, pork fat offers a nutritional profile that shouldn't be underestimated.
To get the most nutritional bang for your buck from pork fat, it's crucial to consider how the pigs were raised. According to Surrey Live, lard provides fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin D, especially if the pigs were raised outdoors. Pasture-raised pork fat tends to be healthier due to its better nutrient content.
As with any part of your diet, moderation is essential. While pork fat has many benefits, it's important not to go overboard. The saturated fats present in lard are okay in moderate amounts, but too much can have negative health effects.
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Pork Ping!................
My grandmother and mother both kept large tins of lard out in garage and anytime they fried anything, they would use lard and the biscuits my grandmother used to make with lard were to die for.
Pork Chops...It’s whats for dinner...literally
agree with article, how they were raised makes a real difference.
medications, feed, living conditions.
To make the best pie crust, incorporate lard with real butter.
Come to the Christian side....we have bacon!
The HHS hearings are going to be amazing. The Science has been lying to us for decades about nutrition and many other things.
The Other White Meat
Pork Chops...It’s whats for dinner...literally
And Apple Sauce!
Lard is the key to making great Cuban bread. Without lard, the bread is similar to French or Italian bread.
Pork Chops, fried potatoes and great northern beans....now your talking!
Mom cooked pork chops slow-baked in the oven smothered with sauerkraut. I loved that stuff!
Pork also leads in foodborne bacteria by a long mile over any other meat, so you’d better source it well.
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