Tallow (rendered animal fat) is natures ancient fat and has been used by our ancestors for thousands of years. Unlike the modern seed oils such as sunflower, rapeseed, vegetable etc that are highly processed and chemically extracted. These kind of industrial oils are known to be a cause of inflammation as they are mostly comprised of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAS).
Tallow is loaded with healthy fats including monounsaturated fats and omega-3 fatty acids.
Tallow contains a source of fat soluble vitamins D, E and K2.
Tallow contains gut friendly compounds like butyric acid, which can help support a healthy digestive system.
Tallow contains choline, conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) and palmitoleic acid, which have functions for nervous system health, anti-inflammation and weight loss.
NUTRITION
Typical values per 100g
Energy 2310kJ/552kcal
Fat 38g of which Saturates 11.1g
Carbohydrate 49.7g of which Sugars 0.4g
Fibre 4.4g
Protein 6.6g
Salt 0.84g
Typical values per 30g
Energy 695kJ/166kcal
Fat 11.4g of which saturates 3.3g
Carbohydrates 14.9g of which sugars 0.1g
Fibre 1.3g Protein 2g Salt 0.25g