Discover the World's Healthiest Meat: More Nutritious Than Produce

Pork fat, or lard, has been ranked as the eighth healthiest food in a list of 100, surpassing many fruits and vegetables in nutritional value. It is a good source of B vitamins, minerals, and monounsaturated fats like oleic acid, which benefit heart health. Lard also provides fat-soluble vitamins such as Vitamin D, especially from pasture-raised pigs. While moderation is key, pork fat is healthier than lamb or beef fat. Ocean perch, a type of fish, ranked third on the list, noted for its low calorie and high protein content, along with essential nutrients like Vitamin B12 and selenium.