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Lard is high in saturated fat and may contain inflammatory compounds from conventional pork production, though pastured lard has a better fatty acid profile.
Saturated Fat
+1.5
About 40% saturated fat content activates inflammatory receptors and can impair insulin sensitivity.
Monounsaturated Fat
-0.2
Contains oleic acid similar to olive oil, providing some anti-inflammatory benefits.
Omega-6 to Omega-3 Ratio
+0.5
Conventional lard from grain-fed pigs has an inflammatory fatty acid ratio.
This score is ingredient-based and weighted by DII-inspired evidence. Foods with added sugar, refined starches, and heavy processing trend higher; foods with fiber, omega-3, and polyphenols trend lower.
Pure lard is FODMAP-free and contains no carbohydrates that could trigger digestive symptoms.
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