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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Whelk (Cooked)"
| Food Name: Whelk (Cooked) | |
| Food Group: Fish | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 275 | Total Fat (g): 1 |
| Protein (g): 48 | Carbohydrates (g): 16 |
| Net Carbs (g): 16 | Water (g): 32 |
| Fats | |
| Cholesterol (mg): 130 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 56 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 46 | Omega-3 (mg): 20 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 8 | EPA (20:5 n-3) (mg): 8 |
| DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 12 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 162 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 49 |
| Vitamin C (mg): 7 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 |
| Vitamin B6 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 11 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 11 | Folate DFE (mcg): 11 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 113 | Iron (mg): 10 |
| Magnesium (mg): 172 | Phosphorus (mg): 282 |
| Potassium (mg): 694 | Sodium (mg): 412 |
| Zinc (mg): 3 | Copper (mg): 2 |
| Manganese (mg): 1 | Selenium (mcg): 90 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 618 | Threonine (mg): 2136 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 1655 | Leucine (mg): 3807 |
| Lysine (mg): 2930 | Methionine (mg): 1205 |
| Cystine (mg): 374 | Phenylalanine (mg): 1648 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 1518 | Valine (mg): 2075 |
| Arginine (mg): 4936 | Histidine (mg): 977 |
| Alanine (mg): 3113 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 5127 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 7339 | Glycine (mg): 2991 |
| Proline (mg): 2365 | Serine (mg): 2220 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Retinol (mcg): 49 | PRAL Score: 13 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Whelk (Cooked)
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Whelk (Cooked)'?
100 grams of 'Whelk (Cooked)' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 48g (around 96% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 16g (around 6% of daily requirement),
Fat – 1g (around 1% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Protein while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-protein and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Whelk (Cooked)'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Whelk (Cooked)' provides around 275 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from protein, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 14% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Whelk (Cooked)' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Whelk (Cooked)' is mainly a source of protein. It contains 48g protein, 16g carbs, and 1g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on protein.
Does 'Whelk (Cooked)' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Whelk (Cooked)' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 10 mg (56% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 172 mg (41% DV),
Zinc (mg): 3 mg (27% DV),
Copper (mg): 2 mg (222% DV),
Manganese (mg): 1 mg (43% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 90 mcg (164% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Phosphorus (mg): 282 mg (23% DV),
Sodium (mg): 412 mg (18% DV).
'Whelk (Cooked)' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 113 mg (9% DV),
Potassium (mg): 694 mg (15% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Whelk (Cooked) in significant amounts?
'Whelk (Cooked)' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin B6 (mg): 1 mg (77% DV),
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 18 mcg (750% DV).
'Whelk (Cooked)' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 49 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 162 IU (5% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 7 mg (8% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 mg (13% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 11 mcg (3% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 11 mcg (3% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 11 mcg (3% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Whelk (Cooked)' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Cholesterol (mg): 130 mg (43% of max recommended),
Iron (mg): 10 mg (22% of max recommended),
Selenium (mcg): 90 mcg (23% of max recommended),
Copper (mg): 2 mg (20% of max recommended).