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Nutrition Information

Potential Health Benefits of Chicken Liver

Potential Risks of Chicken Liver

Have you ever tried chicken liver? Many may

balk at the idea of this unique dish, but chicken
liver is an often overlooked source of healthful,
low-calorie nutrition.

Chicken liver is actually a popular and integral

part of some well-loved European, Asian, and
Southern dishes. It isn’t pretty to look at, but it
can taste delicious when cooked properly and
is an excellent food to add to your repertoire.

Chicken liver is inexpensive, a great source of

nutrients, versatile, and easy to cook. Rich with
iron, folate, and a variety of vitamins and
minerals, the food packs a powerful punch of
health benefits.

Nutrition Information
Chicken liver is rich with essential fatty acids
and protein. Chicken liver also contains:

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• Vitamin B12

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin E

• Copper

• Choline

• Folate

• Niacin

• Riboflavin

1 tablespoon of chicken liver pate contains:

• 26 calories

• 2 grams of protein

• 2 grams of fat

• 1 gram of carbohydrates

• 0 grams of fiber

• 0 grams of sugar

Potential Health Benefits of

Chicken Liver
Chicken liver is a rich source of protein. It also
acts as a great choice when striving for a
balanced diet.

Its health benefits include:

Weight management. Depending on how it’s

cooked, chicken liver is a filling, low-calorie
food. When simmered, the average serving of
chicken liver has 73 calories. When it's served
as a pate, it contains 26 calories.

If you’re looking to lose weight, avoid fried

chicken liver, which packs 180 calories per
serving and contains higher levels of sodium
and fat — both of which can make heart
disease and other complications more likely.
With its low calorie count, chicken liver can aid
in weight loss and help prevent obesity.

Blood health. Your body’s red blood cells need

iron and vitamins to transport oxygen and
prevent conditions like anemia, which is when
your body lacks the red blood cells they
need. The condition depletes your body of
oxygen and it can leave you feeling fatigued.
With its iron and vitamin content, chicken liver
can help combat vitamin B12 deficiency.

Heart health. Chicken liver contains selenium,

a mineral that helps to prevent and manage
cardiovascular conditions such as heart
disease, stroke, and high cholesterol.

Organ health. Often called a “superfood,”

chicken liver is packed to the brim with
nutrients to keep your body healthy. Vitamin A
helps protect your vision and eye health,
strengthens your immune system, and helps
organs like the kidneys and heart function
properly. Vitamin B2, or riboflavin, helps your
body make energy from food and keeps cells
strong. Beyond contributing to blood health,
vitamin B12 also helps your brain work better.

Potential Risks of Chicken Liver

The amount of Vitamin A in chicken liver is too
much for pregnant women. As such, women
should avoid chicken liver throughout their
pregnancy.

When improperly stored or prepared, chicken

liver pate can cause food poisoning or
infection. A bacteria known as campylobacters
can grow and cause illness when chicken liver
pate is not properly washed and heated.

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by Dan Brennan, MD on December 13, 2020

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