Natural Duck Fat
Quick answer
A medium portion of Natural Duck Fat (12 g) contains 108 kcal, with 0 g of net carbohydrates and 0 g of protein.
- Carbs0 g0%
- Protein0 g0%
- Fat12 g100%
- Fibre0 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
The classic cooking fat of traditional French cuisine; it gives food a savoury flavour and unbeatable crispness, and thanks to its oleic acid it is less saturated than beef or lamb fat.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
It is the golden secret of oven-roasted potatoes with a crisp outside and a soft inside.
Best preparation methods
Suitable for keto and carnivore diets as a natural alternative to hydrogenated vegetable fats.
Important Nutritional Note
This food does not need a glycemic index, but the foods eaten with it determine the meal’s effect on blood sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (12 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 898 kcal | 107.8 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 99.8 g | 12 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 898 kcal per 100 g, ranking 17 of 19 in Healthy fats (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Natural Duck Fat good for weight loss?
Natural Duck Fat provides 898 kcal per 100 g, so it is high in calories and fits a weight-loss plan only in small, measured amounts; a 12 g portion gives 108 kcal.
How does Natural Duck Fat affect blood sugar?
Natural Duck Fat contains virtually no available carbohydrate, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Natural Duck Fat?
A typical 12 g portion of Natural Duck Fat provides about 108 kcal, 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate, 12 g fat and 0 g fibre.
Is duck fat halal?
It is halal provided the ducks were slaughtered according to Islamic rules under recognised certification.
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index does not apply because this food has less than 5 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, and a GI test requires 25 to 50 g of available carbohydrate, per: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.