Turkey

Turkey

Once reserved for Thanksgiving, turkey is now a mainstay at the American table. In fact, about two hundred and sixty five million turkeys were produced in 2006.

While male, or tom, turkeys can reach up to 70 pounds, the female, or hen, turkey usually weighs from 8 to 16 pounds.

It is important to choose pasture-raised organic turkeys that are fed their natural diet, free of pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Also, when buying prepared turkey (deli style), make sure it is free of preservatives like nitrites. We recommend Applegate Farms.

Turkey is an excellent source of protein, selenium, vitamin B6 and niacin.

The Benefits

*Excellent Source of: Protein, Vitamin B6, Niacin, Selenium
*Good Source of: Zinc, Phosphorous
*Preferences: Low Fat, Low Saturated Fat, Low Sodium, Low Carbohydrate, Low Sugars, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Molds, No Tubers, No Citrus, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Nuts, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Grains

Selecting and Storing

Turkey is available fresh (raw and prepared) as well as frozen. Follow the instructions on individual packages to ensure freshness.

Nutrition Information(amounts per serving)

Serving Size: 3-ounce(s) TURKEY,ALL CLASSES,LT MEAT,CKD,RSTD

OMEGA-6 / OMEGA-3 RATIO: 20.82

Calories: 132

MACRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	2.7 g	*
Saturated Fat	0.87 g	*
Monosaturated Fat	0.47 g	*
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.72 g	*
Trans Fat	0 g	*
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
ALA	8 mg	*
EPA, DHA	0 mg, 25 mg	*
Conjugated linolenic acid (CLA)	0 mg	*
Cholesterol	58 mg	*
Total Carbohydrate	0 g	*
Sugars	0 g	*
Fiber	0 g	*
Protein	25.1 g	*

MICRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
VITAMINS
Vitamin A	0 IU	0%
Vitamin C	0mg	0%
Vitamin D	0 IU	0%
Vitamin E	0.08 IU	0%
Vitamin B6	0.45 mg	22%
Vitamin B12	0.31 mcg	5%
Vitamin K	0 mg	0%
Folate	5 mcg	1%
Niacin	5.7 mg	29%
Riboflavin	0.11 mg	6%
Thiamin	0.05 mg	3%
MINERALS
Calcium	16 mg	2%
Copper	0.04 mg	2%
Iron	1.1 mg	6%
Magnesium	23.5 mg	6%
Manganese	0.02 mg	1%
Phosphorous	184 mg	18%
Potassium	256.2 mg	7%
Selenium	27 mcg	39%
Sodium	53.8 mg	2%
Zinc	1.7 mg	11%
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Alpha-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin	0 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin	0 mcg
Lycopene	0 mcg

*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).