Brawn

Brawn is a cooked meat product made from pieces of meat, usually from a pig’s head, set in jelly and served cold. It mainly provides protein and fat. Per 100g, it contains 12g of protein, 12g of fat, 1.9g of salt and 636 kJ of energy.

Protein is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues. Fat provides energy and helps the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins. The salt content is worth noting for people monitoring their salt intake, while the fat content contributes to its energy value. Full nutrient figures are given in the tables below.