Pork, ribs: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
Pork ribs, whether baby back or spare ribs, are a barbecue classic, known for their tender meat that falls off the bone when slow-cooked or grilled, offering a deeply savory and satisfying meal.
Per 100g reference serving, Pork, ribs provides 254 kcal of energy, 16.2g protein (26% of calories), 12.1g total carbohydrates (19% of calories, including 0.3g dietary fiber and 9.89g sugars), and 15.1g total fat (55% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Pork, ribs (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 0.2 mg | 0.2% DV |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.8 µg | 4% DV |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 0.51 µg | 21.3% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 7 µg | 0.8% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 0.41 mg | 2.7% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 0.5 µg | 0.4% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.326 mg | 27.2% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.247 mg | 19% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 5.48 mg | 34.2% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.309 mg | 18.2% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 1 µg | 0.2% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 1 µg | 0.2% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 1 µg | 0.2% DV |
| Choline | 56.7 mg | 10.3% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 4 µg | 0.4% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 40 µg | 1.1% DV |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin | 1 µg | 0.2% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 26 µg | 0.3% DV |
| Lycopene | 1354 µg | 13.5% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Pork, ribs (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 0.83 mg | 4.6% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 42 mg | 3.2% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 16 mg | 3.8% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 236 mg | 5% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 2.18 mg | 19.8% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 22.7 µg | 41.3% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 121 mg | 9.7% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.096 mg | 10.7% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 678 mg | 29.5% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) | 0.001 g | 0.2% DV |
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.108 g | 6.7% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 2.21 g | 15.8% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 6.48 g | 21.6% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 2.48 g | 12.4% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 5.43 g | 27.1% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19.3% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Pork, ribs contains 254 calories (kcal), 16.2g of protein, 12.1g of carbohydrates (0.3g fiber, 9.89g total sugars), and 15.1g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Pork, ribs has an estimated food pH of 5.6 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 6.51 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Pork, ribs: None of the Top 9 major allergens. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 8+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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