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Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat

FDC ID: 171984

Finfish and Shellfish Products

At a glance

Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat is a calorie-dense food in the Finfish and Shellfish Products category, providing 275 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 47.7g of protein, 0.8g of fat, 15.5g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of vitamin b12 (756% of the Daily Value), copper (229% of the Daily Value), selenium (163% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.

Energy

275

kcal

Protein

47.7

g

Total Fat

0.8

g

Total Carbohydrate

15.5

g

Dietary Fiber

0

g

Nutrition profile of Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat

Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat provides about 275 kcal per 100g, a fairly high energy density. Nutritionally it is high in protein, low in fat.

Key nutrients and what they do

  • Vitamin B12 756%is essential for red blood cell formation and nerve function
  • Copper 229%aids iron use and the formation of red blood cells and collagen
  • Selenium 163%is part of antioxidant enzymes that protect cells from oxidation
  • Protein 95%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones

% daily value is per 100g against adult reference intakes.

Who it suits

  • people seeking lean protein while limiting fat
  • people on plant-based diets or concerned about anemia
  • people building muscle or aiming to preserve muscle mass with age
  • people prone to anemia, menstruating women, and endurance athletes

Things to keep in mind

  • !It fits well as part of a varied, balanced diet alongside other foods.

This overview is general information based on public nutrition data and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment. Disclaimer

Nutrition by Serving Size

NutrientPer 100g1 oz (28g)3 oz (85g)4 oz (113g)
Calories275 kcal78 kcal234 kcal311 kcal
Protein47.7 g13.5 g40.5 g53.9 g
Fat0.8 g0.2 g0.7 g0.9 g
Carbs15.5 g4.4 g13.2 g17.5 g
Fiber0 g0 g0 g0 g

Serving values are converted from the per-100g data (1 oz = 28.35g). Actual portion weights vary.

Daily Value Radar(% of FDA Daily Value)

Nutrient Rankings(top 15 by % Daily Value)

Full Nutrition Facts(per 100g)

NutrientAmount% Daily ValueNotes
Energy275 kcal
13.8%
Water32 g
Protein47.68 g
95.4%
Cholesterol130 mg
43.3%
Total Fat0.80 g
1.0%
Total Carbohydrate15.52 g
5.6%
Dietary Fiber0 g
0.0%
Sodium412 mg
17.9%
Potassium694 mg
14.8%
Calcium113 mg
8.7%
Magnesium172 mg
41.0%
Phosphorus282 mg
22.6%
Iron10.06 mg
55.9%
Zinc3.26 mg
29.6%
Copper2.06 mg
228.9%
Manganese0.89 mg
38.7%
Selenium89.60 μg
162.9%
Retinol49 μg
Vitamin A49 μgRAE
5.4%
Thiamin0.05 mg
4.1%
Riboflavin0.21 mg
16.5%
Niacin2.00 mg
12.5%
Vitamin B60.65 mg
38.2%
Vitamin B1218.14 μg
755.8%
Folate11 μg
2.8%
Pantothenic Acid0 mg
0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat per 100g?

Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat has 275 kcal (calories) per 100g.

What are the macros in Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat?

Per 100g, Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat provides 47.7g protein, 0.8g fat, 15.5g carbohydrates.

How many calories are in 3 oz of Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat?

A 3 oz (85g) serving of Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat has about 234 kcal and 40.5g of protein, converted from the per-100g USDA values.

Is Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat high in protein?

Yes — Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat provides 47.7g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.

What vitamins and minerals does Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat provide?

Per 100g, Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat is a notable source of Vitamin B12 (about 756% of the Daily Value), Copper (about 229% of the Daily Value), Selenium (about 163% of the Daily Value).

What is the source of this nutrition data for Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat?

These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).

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Data Source

This data is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (Public Domain).

USDA FoodData Central (Public Domain)