Evidence-based food guidance for fatty liver disease · Based on AASLD 2023 Guidelines
Pork, Variety Meats and By-products, Heart, Braised belongs to the Pork Products group in the USDA FoodData Central database. Per 100 grams, it provides 148.0 kcal, 23.6g protein, 0.4g carbohydrate, and 5.0g fat — of which 1.34g is saturated (26.8% of total fat).
Its processing is minimal, which puts it near the whole-food end of what the Mediterranean pattern prefers. The sodium level is moderate at 35.0mg per 100g, easy enough to fit within a typical day. The standard preparation in the data is Per package or as prepared, which affects the fat profile that actually gets eaten. The values above come from USDA FoodData Central, the same source used across this site, evaluated with the consistent AASLD 2023 criteria.
With its Recommended rating, Pork, Variety Meats and By-products, Heart, Braised fits easily into a Mediterranean-style week, the pattern the AASLD highlights for MASLD.
In context, pork, variety meats and by-products, heart, braised is a genuinely protein-dense choice (24g per 100g), which makes it useful when keeping portions moderate. The database lists a typical serving of 3 oz (85g); keeping servings in that range is the practical lever that matters most.
Compared with other entries in the Pork Products group, pork, variety meats and by-products, heart, braised sits where it does because of the numbers above — the saturated-fat share, added sugar, and processing checks that decide every rating on this site. The rating is not a verdict on the food as a whole; it is a verdict on how it fits the Mediterranean pattern recommended for MASLD.
Can I include Pork, Variety Meats and By-products, Heart, Braised in my fatty liver meal plan?
Pork, Variety Meats and By-products, Heart, Braised falls under the Recommended category for fatty liver. Saturated fat: 27% of total fat. A practical approach is to stick to a serving of 70-100g, prepared using proper preparation. The AASLD clinical guidance emphasizes a Mediterranean-style diet as the preferred dietary framework for managing MASLD.
What are the key nutrients in Pork, Variety Meats and By-products, Heart, Braised for fatty liver?
Per 100g, Pork, Variety Meats and By-products, Heart, Braised contains 23.6g protein, 5.0g fat (1.3g saturated), 0g carbs, 0.0g fiber, and 148 calories. For fatty liver, focus on the ratio of saturated to total fat and the fiber content. Foods with higher fiber and lower saturated fat are generally more supportive of liver health.
Why is Pork, Variety Meats and By-products, Heart, Braised classified as Recommended for fatty liver?
Pork, Variety Meats and By-products, Heart, Braised is classified as Recommended primarily because Saturated fat: 27% of total fat. This classification is based on the AASLD 2023 practice guidance, which evaluates foods based on their saturated fat profile, carbohydrate quality, added sugar content, and degree of processing. Choosing whole, minimally processed foods is generally recommended for optimal liver health.
Should I measure my portion of Pork, Variety Meats and By-products, Heart, Braised for fatty liver?
Yes, portion awareness is helpful for managing fatty liver. A serving of Pork, Variety Meats and By-products, Heart, Braised is 3 oz (85g) (129.0g), up to 2 times per week. Using visual cues — such as comparing protein portions to the size of your palm — can make portion control easier without weighing every meal.
Data Sources
Nutritional data from USDA FoodData Central. Verdict engine based on AASLD 2023 Practice Guidance and ADA 2024 Standards of Care. This is dietary reference information, not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making dietary changes.