What is the nutritional value of a lung? A dietary exploration of a forgotten offal
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5 min read
While not a modern dietary staple in many Western countries, lung has been a nutritional component in cuisines around the world for centuries. Historically consumed as part of a "nose-to-tail" eating philosophy, this often-overlooked organ meat offers a surprising profile of essential nutrients. So, **what is the nutritional value of a lung** and is it a viable part of a healthy diet?