Tongue, canned

Canned tongue is a meat product made from the tongue of animals such as lamb or ox. The figures here describe canned lamb and ox tongue. It mainly provides fat and protein, with 17g of fat and 16g of protein per 100g. This amount also contains 6.4g of saturated fat and 2.6g of salt.

Protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues. Canned tongue also provides vitamin B12, which is needed for normal nerve function and the formation of red blood cells. Its salt and saturated fat content are worth noting for people monitoring these in their diet. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.