DPork Belly
Raw · Pork & Lamb
Graded D — 39 out of 100, #30 of 34 proteins. Protein quality (DIAAS) carries the score (96/100); omega-3 drags it down (0/100).
The short version: Fat-first calories — 53g fat against 9g protein per 100g; this is flavor, not fuel.
The catch: High in saturated fat and sodium for its protein.
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Nutrition facts
Nutrition Facts
Why it scored 39
Each factor is scored 0–100, then combined with the weights shown. Read the full methodology.
Where it ranks
#30 of 34 in Proteins. Why per-100-calorie scoring changes everything →
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Questions people ask
Is Pork Belly healthy?
It grades D — 39 out of 100, #30 of 34 proteins in our system. Fat-first calories — 53g fat against 9g protein per 100g; this is flavor, not fuel.
How many calories are in Pork Belly?
518 calories per 100g. For context, that is scored per 100 calories here, which is why energy-dense foods can grade lower than you’d expect.
How is the nutrition score for Pork Belly calculated?
Each factor (protein, fiber, micronutrients, and others depending on the category) is scored 0–100 against a fixed benchmark, then combined with published weights. See the score breakdown above or read the full methodology.