Fiber in Pork

FOOD

SERVING SIZE & PREPARATION

NUTRITION NOTES

DIETARY FIBER GRAMS

Bacon

3 medium slices

Filled with nitrates, sodium and fat but also contains a surprising amount of vitamin C.  Microwave to zap fat, then drain well.  Paper towels work nicely to blot out oils.

Though bacon isn't the healthiest goody on the planet, I certainly don't count it out of my diet.  It's very filling, very low in calories for what it is, and extremely tasty.  Furthermore, a small potato topped with 1 slice of crumbled bacon, some REAL sour cream, a teaspoon of grated cheese, chives and pepper is quite filling for WELL under 200 calories.

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Canadian Bacon

2 medium slices

Good alternative to standard bacon but remains hefty in sodium and nitrates.  If you are taking a MAO inhibitor, take care with Canadian Bacon as it sometimes contains tyramine that can skyrocket blood pressure when mixed with a MAO.

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Ham

3 ounces boneless

High sodium content; nitrates.  Individuals on a MAO should consult with doctor before eating ham as it contains tyramine. Fairly low in calories and fat content.  Cook thoroughly before eating.

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Pork Liver

3 ounces

Vitamin A, B-12, iron, riboflavin, folate.  Extremely high in cholesterol. Liver in the live product captures hormones. Also contains purines, so people with gout should avoid.  May also trigger migraines.  Cook well before eating.

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Picnic Shoulder Arm

3 ounces lean only

Good source of protein, thiamine, B vitamins. Contains purines - so avoid if you have gout. May trigger migraines. Cook thoroughly to prevent trichinosis.

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Pickled Pig's Feet

3 ounces

Extreme sodium, high cholesterol, nitrates. May trigger headaches.

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Spareribs

3 ounces lean only

Contains a lot of fat, purines (gout sufferers should avoid) and may trigger migraines. Cook thoroughly before eating.

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Tenderloin

3 ounces lean only

Good source of protein, B vitamins.  Again, this also contains purines and may trigger migraines.  Cook thoroughly.  Overall, a good meat source for dieters.

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