Animal fat, Bacon grease
Pregnancy nutrients in 100 g
100 g gives about 17% of daily vitamin D, 9% of daily choline and 1% of daily zinc needed in pregnancy.
- Vitamin D 101 IU
- Choline 42.2 mg
- Zinc 0.11 mg
- Calcium 0 mg
- DHA 0 g
- Folate (DFE) 0 mcg
- Iron 0 mg
- Potassium 0 mg
- Protein 0 g
- Riboflavin 0 mg
- Vitamin B-12 0 mcg
- Vitamin B-6 0 mg
- Vitamin C 0 mg
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| Nutrient | In 100 g | Daily reference |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 0 mg | 1000 mg |
| Choline | 42.2 mg | 450 mg |
| DHA | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Folate (DFE) | 0 mcg | 600 mcg |
| Iron | 0 mg | 27 mg |
| Potassium | 0 mg | 2900 mg |
| Protein | 0 g | 70 g |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 mcg | 2.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0 mg | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 85 mg |
| Vitamin D | 101 IU | 600 IU |
| Zinc | 0.11 mg | 11 mg |
Pregnancy guidance
LimitBacon grease should be limited during pregnancy due to its dense saturated fat, sodium, and cholesterol content. While rendering bacon fat at high heat destroys bacteria, relying on animal fat can increase cardiovascular strain and maternal inflammation. Use bacon grease sparingly as a minor flavoring agent rather than a primary cooking fat. Substitute heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil for routine sautéing.
Sources: USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans · ACOG Nutrition During Pregnancy
How to read this
During pregnancy you need more of certain nutrients each day, like folate, iron and choline. Each bar shows how much of that daily amount 100 g of Animal fat, Bacon grease provides. 100% means 100 g alone covers the whole day; smaller numbers show its share. A ✓ marks 100% or more.