Packaged raw chicken breast

Jess__I__Can

So why would my packaged, raw chicken breast (no skin) say 110 cal for 4 oz but USDA website is closer to 136 cal for 4 oz. Is it because of the water/sodium/whatever filler the packager adds?

dbmata

depends.

Also keep in mind the label on the package can have 20% slop. Go with the higher number if you think it's a little hinky.

Jess__I__Can

depends.

Also keep in mind the label on the package can have 20% slop. Go with the higher number if you think it's a little hinky.

True, although the 20% refers to restaraunt and other prepared meals (Starbucks, Chipotle, etc.), where there is a margin of error due to the human factor.

ChelseaWelseyKins

I always go with the higher calorie count. I'd rather OVERestimate my calories than UNDERestimate.

dbmata

depends.

Also keep in mind the label on the package can have 20% slop. Go with the higher number if you think it's a little hinky.

True, although the 20% refers to restaraunt and other prepared meals (Starbucks, Chipotle, etc.), where there is a margin of error due to the human factor.

Yeah, that's one place that allows for the 20% slop.

Like I said, follow the label, realize it's probably not accurate, and be good to go. I'd also say avoid the pre-packaged stuff to avoid unneeded adulterants, which would basically fix the slop issue after trimming and weighing.