Fish, lingcod, liver (Alaska Native)
* 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.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 18% | |
| Niacin | 4.2 MG | 26% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 5 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 123 MG | 10% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of Niacin (26% DV).
About Fish, lingcod, liver (Alaska Native)
Lingcod liver is a dramatically different food from the flesh. Almost entirely fat, with only trace protein and a small amount of carbohydrate, it sits in the same nutritional category as cod liver oil. Alaska Native communities have used fish livers as a concentrated energy source in contexts where rendered fat was otherwise scarce. Not a table food in any mainstream sense, but historically significant.
Dietary Information
Notable micronutrients in Fish, lingcod, liver (Alaska Native) include Niacin (26% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 424 calories per 100 grams, Fish, lingcod, liver (Alaska Native) gets 5% of its calories from protein, 6% from carbohydrates, and 89% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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