Chicken, cornish game hens, meat and skin, cooked, roasted
Per 100 g, Chicken, cornish game hens, meat and skin, cooked, roasted provides 259 calories, 0 g carbohydrate, 22.3 g protein and 0 g fibre.
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259kcal 13% RI Reference IntakeEU/UK adult daily energy reference of 2,000 kcal used on packaged-food nutrition labels (Reg. 1169/2011). Switch to the US toggle for FDA Daily Values.
43%Nutrient scoreNutrient ScoreThe share of this food's 28 rated nutrients that score well for its calories, a good source of beneficial nutrients while staying low in saturated fat, sodium and added sugars.28 available of 33 total nutrients with a Daily Value28of33
Protein22.3g35% kcal
Carbs0g0% kcal
Fat18.2g65% kcal
Fiber 0g
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- Protein ProteinBuilds and repairs tissue, drives enzymes and hormones. Made up of amino acids, nine of which the body can't make itself.UK adult RI: 50 g/day22.3g22.3g45%
- Fat FatAll fats combined: saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans. Carries fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) and contributes 9 kcal per gram.UK adult RI: 70 g/day18.2g18.2g26%
- Carbohydrate CarbohydrateAll carbohydrate combined: sugars, starches, and fiber. Calculated by subtracting water + protein + fat + ash from the food's total mass, hence "by difference".UK adult RI: 260 g/day0g0g0%
- Fiber FiberPlant carbohydrate the body can't digest. Feeds gut bacteria, slows sugar absorption, and supports regular digestion. UK adults: target 30 g/day.UK adult RI: 30 g/day0g0g0%
Carbohydrates
- Sugars SugarsNaturally-occurring + added sugars combined (mono- and disaccharides).UK adult RI: 90 g/day0g0g0%
Fats and Fatty Acids
Sterols
Protein and Amino Acids
Vitamins
- Vitamin C Vitamin CWater-soluble antioxidant + cofactor in collagen synthesis. Lost easily in cooking water and air exposure.UK adult RI: 80 mg/day0.50mg0.50mg1%
- Vitamin B1 (thiamin) Vitamin B1 (thiamin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. Whole grains, pork, and legumes are good sources.UK adult RI: 1.1 mg/day0.07mg0.07mg6%
- Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for energy production, cell growth, and skin health. Dairy, eggs, and lean meat are densest.UK adult RI: 1.4 mg/day0.20mg0.20mg14%
- Vitamin B3 (niacin) Vitamin B3 (niacin)Water-soluble B-vitamin for energy metabolism. The body can also make some niacin from the amino acid tryptophan.UK adult RI: 16 mg/day5.90mg5.90mg37%
- Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid)Water-soluble B-vitamin involved in coenzyme A, essential for energy metabolism and the synthesis of hormones, cholesterol, and red blood cells.UK adult RI: 6 mg/day0.59mg0.59mg10%
- Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6Water-soluble B-vitamin for amino acid metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis.UK adult RI: 1.4 mg/day0.31mg0.31mg22%
- Folate FolateWater-soluble B-vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and cell division. Critical pre-conception and in early pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects.UK adult RI: 200 µg/day2.00µg2.00µg1%
- Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12Water-soluble B-vitamin essential for red blood cell formation and the nervous system. Only found naturally in animal foods, vegans need fortified foods or supplements.UK adult RI: 2.5 µg/day0.28µg0.28µg11%
- Vitamin A Vitamin AFat-soluble vitamin for vision, immune function, and skin. Measured in retinol activity equivalents (RAE) so plant and animal sources are comparable.UK adult RI: 800 µg/day32.0µg32.0µg4%
- Vitamin E Vitamin EFat-soluble antioxidant that protects cell membranes from oxidative damage. Nuts, seeds, and vegetable oils are the densest sources.UK adult RI: 12 mg/day0.36mg0.36mg3%
- Vitamin D Vitamin DFat-soluble vitamin essential for calcium absorption and bone health, measured here in International Units (1 µg = 40 IU). The skin also synthesises it from sunlight, so dietary intake matters most over winter.UK adult RI: 200 IU/day2.00IU2.00IU1%
- Vitamin D Vitamin DFat-soluble vitamin essential for calcium absorption and bone health. The skin also synthesises it from sunlight, so dietary intake matters most over winter.UK adult RI: 5 µg/day0.10µg0.10µg2%
- Vitamin K Vitamin KFat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting and bone metabolism. Concentrated in dark leafy greens.UK adult RI: 75 µg/day2.40µg2.40µg3%
Minerals
- Calcium CalciumMajor mineral for bone density, muscle contraction, and nerve signalling.UK adult RI: 800 mg/day13.0mg13.0mg2%
- Iron IronCarries oxygen in haemoglobin. Plant (non-heme) iron absorbs less efficiently than meat (heme) iron, pair with vitamin C to boost absorption.UK adult RI: 14 mg/day0.91mg0.91mg7%
- Magnesium MagnesiumCofactor in 300+ enzyme reactions, energy metabolism, muscle relaxation, blood pressure regulation.UK adult RI: 375 mg/day18.0mg18.0mg5%
- Phosphorus PhosphorusMajor mineral for bones, energy storage (ATP), and cell membranes. Widespread in protein-rich foods.UK adult RI: 700 mg/day146mg146mg21%
- Potassium PotassiumElectrolyte mineral that counters sodium's effect on blood pressure. Concentrated in fruit, vegetables, beans, and dairy.UK adult RI: 2,000 mg/day245mg245mg12%
- Sodium SodiumMineral mostly consumed as salt (sodium chloride). Excess raises blood pressure in salt-sensitive people.UK adult RI: 2,400 mg/day64.0mg64.0mg3%
- Zinc ZincTrace mineral for immune function, wound healing, and sense of taste. Best absorbed from animal foods; phytates in grains reduce uptake.UK adult RI: 10 mg/day1.49mg1.49mg15%
- Copper CopperTrace mineral involved in iron metabolism and connective tissue.UK adult RI: 1 mg/day0.06mg0.06mg6%
- Manganese ManganeseTrace mineral for bone formation and antioxidant enzymes.UK adult RI: 2 mg/day0.01mg0.01mg1%
- Selenium SeleniumTrace mineral that supports thyroid hormone metabolism and antioxidant defence. Brazil nuts are the densest source.UK adult RI: 55 µg/day15.5µg15.5µg28%
- Fluoride FluorideTrace mineral that strengthens tooth enamel against decay. Most dietary intake comes from fluoridated water and tea.UK adult RI: 3.5 µg/day14.7µg14.7µg420%
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Composition and calculated figures
What 100 g is made of, by weight
- Water58.7 g
- Protein22.3 g
- Fat18.2 g
- Other0.8 g
Calculated from this food's data, per 100 g
- Net carbs
- 0 g
- Carbohydrate minus fibre.
- Omega-6 to omega-3
- 16.1 to 1
- 3.39 g of omega-6 and 0.21 g of omega-3. Estimated from total 18:2 and 18:3 fats.
- Potassium to sodium
- 3.8 to 1
- 245 mg of potassium and 64 mg of sodium, by weight.
- PRAL (acid load)
- 10.5 mEq
- Acid-forming. Potential renal acid load, from protein, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and calcium (Remer and Manz).
- Amino acid score
- 100%
- No essential amino acid falls short of the WHO adult pattern. Not adjusted for digestibility.
Chicken, cornish game hens, meat and skin, cooked, roasted: key facts
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- How many calories are in Chicken, cornish game hens, meat and skin, cooked, roasted?
- Chicken, cornish game hens, meat and skin, cooked, roasted has 259 calories per 100 g.
- How much protein is in Chicken, cornish game hens, meat and skin, cooked, roasted?
- Chicken, cornish game hens, meat and skin, cooked, roasted provides 22.3 g of protein per 100 g.
- How many carbs are in Chicken, cornish game hens, meat and skin, cooked, roasted?
- Chicken, cornish game hens, meat and skin, cooked, roasted contains 0 g of carbohydrate per 100 g, including 0 g of fibre.
- How much fat is in Chicken, cornish game hens, meat and skin, cooked, roasted?
- Chicken, cornish game hens, meat and skin, cooked, roasted has 18.2 g of fat per 100 g.
Values shown for the selected serving and per 100 g. % RI follows the UK / EU Reference Intakes (Reg. 1169/2011) for adults and children 4 + years. Reference only, not medical or dietary advice (Terms & Conditions §3).