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Brain (cooked) Calories
Extremely high in vitamin B12, choline, and iron; rich in omega-3
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Brain (cooked) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
127
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
1g
· 3%
Protein
10.9g
· 33%
Fat
9.5g
· 64%
Fiber
0g
Brain (cooked) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
20µg · 833% DV
B5
2mg · 40% DV
Biotin
9µg · 30% DV
B3
3mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
330mg · 47% DV
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
340mg · 10% DV
Brain (cooked) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Brain (cooked) Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Brain (cooked) Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Brain (cooked) Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Brain (cooked) Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Brain (cooked) — Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in cooked brain?
Cooked brain contains 127 calories per 100 g. A 100 g serving also provides 10.9 g of protein, 9.5 g of fat, and 1 g of carbohydrates.
Is cooked brain suitable for a keto diet?
Yes, cooked brain is compatible with a keto diet. It has just 1 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and a glycemic index of 0.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.