Pork is naturally low in fat (fully trimmed cuts only contain 4 per cent fat), so it's great for weight watchers and people looking after their heart.

Over a third of the fat is the beneficial mono-unsaturated kind, a cholesterol-lowering fat that's prevalent in the healthy Mediterranean diet.

Pork is over one fifth protein which makes it an excellent source of this essential nutrient. Growing children need plenty of protein as it helps with the repair and renewal of muscles and tissues. It's also a great appetite-curbing nutrient which can benefit slimmers.

Pork is rich in Vitamin B1 (thiamin), with 100g containing 70% of your RDA (Recommended Daily Allowance).  B1 is important for vitality and energy release and it is one of the B vitamins that helps the body deal with the effects of stress.

Pork can supply a large proportion of your RDA of Vitamin B12.  B12 can help fight anaemia, keep the nervous system healthy and boosts vitality.  Pork contains both zinc and selenium. These are antioxidants and help boost your immunity.  The average British diet is generally lacking in selenium, so pork is a good way to keep your levels topped up.  Pork is naturally low in sodium.  Keeping your sodium intake low is essential to keeping blood pressure healthy at any age.