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Duck is a healthy and nutritious alternative to other meats, because the fat is almost all in the skin, not in the meat, giving cooks the option of limiting the fat without sacrificing much flavor. Duck fat is also low in saturated fats. New research is revealing that duck fat has similar properties to olive oil! A three-ounce serving of skinless White Pekin duck, a breed of duck (not the Peking Duck), contains only 2 grams fat and 0.5 grams of saturated fat.
Duck contains fewer calories than many cuts of beef. It has comparable amounts of calories to chicken and turkey, underscoring why duck is a great choice for consumers focused on weight loss and weight management.
Duck contains more iron per serving than many other meats, including chicken, turkey, Cornish game hen and many cuts of beef. Iron serves as an essential part of the body’s blood, helps in brain development and supports a healthy immune system.
