Pork liver is a very healthy by-product. It contains a number of valuable substances - fats, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, proteins, amino acids. Pork liver is extremely rich in iron, vitamins D, E and K, as well as B vitamins. It also contains zinc, magnesium, potassium, calcium, cobalt, iodine, manganese and others.
Due to the high amount of iron in it, it is recommended for anemic conditions. Since many people suffer from iron deficiency, it should be noted that this is one of its excellent sources. Pork liver, along with heart, kidneys and tongue, has the highest nutritional value of any other part of the pig.
In 100 g of raw pork liver there are 135 calories, 3.7 g of fat, 21 g of protein, but also 300 g cholesterol. People who suffer from high blood pressure should avoid it.
Pork liver is thought to be very beneficial for smokers and it contains substances that help with diseases such as diabetes and atherosclerosis. However, pork liver should not be consumed too much and too often. It is contraindicated in diseases such as gout due to the large amount of purines in its composition.
See also some delicious pork liver recipes: Fried pork liver, Breaded pork liver and Oven-baked pork liver.
Find out also why to soak liver and find out how to make fried pork liver or our favorite pork liver with onions.
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