Food Nutrition in Lamb
Lamb is a good source of
protein, heme iron and zinc. Lamb is also rich in most of the B Vitamins.
The fat content of lamb depends upon the cut. The leanest part is the
leg, the most fatty lamb comes from the shoulder and rack.
Energy in Lamb
Lamb contains about 160 calories
per 100 grams.
Nutrients in Lamb
Lamb contains about 25 percent
protein and 7 percent fat. Lamb contains no carbohydrate.
Vitamins in Lamb
Lamb contains most of the
B Vitamins and folate.
Minerals in Lamb
Lamb is an excellent source
of zinc and also contains phosphorus, iron and potassium.
Glycemic Index (GI) Value
For Lamb
The GI value of lamb is low.
Most Nutritious Types of
Lamb
The healthiest lamb has a
low level of fat. A 3.5 oz serving of roast leg of lamb, trimmed of all
fat, contains 8 grams of fat, while the same serving of lamb chops contains
22 grams of fat.
Nutrition in Types of Lamb
Meat
Lamb
Lamb Chop
Lamb, cubed
Lamb, ground
Lamb's Heart
Lamb's Kidney
Lamb's Liver
Lamb Rib
Lamb Shoulder
Lamb Sirloin
Lamb's Tongue
Weight Control, Exercise
and Nutrition
Some people who want to lose
weight make the mistake of focusing exclusively on calorie-intake and
counting calories. Although keeping track of energy intake is vital, energy
expenditure is also important. So too is diet nutrition, because when
we maintain a healthy body and metabolism, we burn calories faster. In
short, if you want to lose weight, make sure you eat a healthy diet in
order to obtain all your necessary nutrients.
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