Vitamins & Minerals

Pork packs a punch!

Pork is loaded with 12 essential vitamins and minerals including important B vitamins like B6 and B12. Your body depends on a daily replenishing of B vitamins to function properly.

Pork is an excellent source of selenium, a mineral that acts like an antioxidant. Antioxidants help prevent and repair cell damage caused by the body’s natural processes.

Compared to other meats, pork is the best source of riboflavin. Riboflavin helps keep your nervous system, skin and eyes healthy.

Pork delivers a good supply of magnesium and phosphorous. Both minerals help strengthen bones and teeth.

Pork is a good source of iron. Iron is critical for energy production, and optimal physical and mental performance.

Did you know?

Pork is the leading food source of thiamin. Thiamin releases energy from carbohydrates, builds and repairs nerves and muscles, and regulates appetite.