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Crustaceans, crab, blue, canned
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 3.3 MG | 4% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Niacin | 2.7 MG | 17% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.0 MG | 20% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.2 MG | 9% | |
| Folate, total | 51 UG | 13% | |
| Choline, total | 80.9 MG | 15% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 3.3 UG | 139% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.8 MG | 12% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.3 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 91 MG | 7% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.5 MG | 3% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 36 MG | 9% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 234 MG | 19% | |
| Potassium, K | 259 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 563 MG | 24% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.8 MG | 35% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.8 MG | 90% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 3% | |
| Selenium, Se | 42.9 UG | 78% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 83 kcal per 100g.
- Good source of protein with 17.9g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.7g per 100g).
- Good source of Sodium, Na (24% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (35% DV).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (90% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Crustaceans, crab, blue, canned
Canned blue crab is a convenient way to get the sweet, delicate flavor of blue crab without the labor of picking live crabs. The protein content is high, the fat is very low, and there are no carbohydrates. Most of the sodium in canned crab comes from processing brine, so rinsing helps. It works well in crab cakes, dips, pasta, and salads, and the flavor is close enough to fresh-picked that it holds its own in most preparations.
Dietary Information
Crustaceans, crab, blue, canned is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Crustaceans, crab, blue, canned include Vitamin B-12 (139% DV) , Copper, Cu (90% DV) , Selenium, Se (78% DV) , Zinc, Zn (35% DV) , and Sodium, Na (24% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 83 calories per 100 grams, Crustaceans, crab, blue, canned gets 86% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 8% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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