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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Canned Salmon"
| Food Name: Canned Salmon | |
| Food Group: Fish | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 167 | Total Fat (g): 7 |
| Protein (g): 24 | Water (g): 68 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 1 | Cholesterol (mg): 79 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 2494 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 1783 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 1581 | Omega-6 (mg): 173 |
| ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 54 | EPA (20:5 n-3) (mg): 518 |
| DPA (22:5 n-3) (mg): 139 | DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 749 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 184 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 55 |
| Vitamin D (mcg): 21 | Vitamin D (IU): 841 |
| Vitamin D3 (mcg): 21 | Vitamin E (mg): 2 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 8 | Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 4 | Food Folate (mcg): 4 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 4 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 232 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 31 | Phosphorus (mg): 338 |
| Potassium (mg): 314 | Sodium (mg): 408 |
| Zinc (mg): 1 | Selenium (mcg): 34 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 283 | Threonine (mg): 1269 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 1130 | Leucine (mg): 1832 |
| Lysine (mg): 2059 | Methionine (mg): 696 |
| Cystine (mg): 180 | Phenylalanine (mg): 1003 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 866 | Valine (mg): 1306 |
| Arginine (mg): 1483 | Histidine (mg): 640 |
| Alanine (mg): 1519 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 2745 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 3319 | Glycine (mg): 1443 |
| Proline (mg): 966 | Serine (mg): 1059 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 83 | Betaine (mg): 4 |
| Retinol (mcg): 55 | PRAL Score: 14 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Canned Salmon
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Canned Salmon'?
100 grams of 'Canned Salmon' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 24g (around 48% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Fat – 7g (around 9% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Protein while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-protein and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Canned Salmon'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Canned Salmon' provides around 167 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from protein, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 8% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Canned Salmon' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Canned Salmon' is mainly a source of protein. It contains 24g protein, 0g carbs, and 7g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on protein.
Does 'Canned Salmon' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Canned Salmon' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Phosphorus (mg): 338 mg (27% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 34 mcg (62% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Calcium (mg): 232 mg (18% DV),
Sodium (mg): 408 mg (18% DV).
'Canned Salmon' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 314 mg (7% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 31 mg (7% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Canned Salmon in significant amounts?
'Canned Salmon' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin D (mcg): 21 mcg (105% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 841 IU (105% DV),
Vitamin D3 (mcg): 21 mcg (105% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 8 mg (50% DV),
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 6 mcg (250% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
'Canned Salmon' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 55 mcg (6% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 184 IU (6% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 2 mg (13% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 4 mcg (1% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 4 mcg (1% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 4 mcg (1% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Canned Salmon' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Cholesterol (mg): 79 mg (26% of max recommended),
Vitamin D (mcg): 21 mcg (21% of max recommended).