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Mollusks, oyster, eastern, wild, cooked, dry heat
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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 | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Niacin | 1.4 MG | 9% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.3 MG | 7% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Folate, total | 10 UG | 3% | |
| Choline, total | 101 MG | 18% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 12.9 UG | 538% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 20 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.3 MG | 9% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.5 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 92 MG | 7% | |
| Iron, Fe | 7.2 MG | 40% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 28 MG | 7% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 150 MG | 12% | |
| Potassium, K | 242 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 132 MG | 6% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 61.0 MG | 555% | |
| Copper, Cu | 4.4 MG | 493% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.5 MG | 20% | |
| Selenium, Se | 30.7 UG | 56% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 79 kcal per 100g.
- Very low in fat (2.7g per 100g).
- Good source of Iron, Fe (40% DV).
- Rich source of Zinc, Zn (555% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (493% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Manganese, Mn (20% DV).
About Mollusks, oyster, eastern, wild, cooked, dry heat
Wild eastern oysters cooked by dry heat - roasted or grilled - concentrate in flavor and firm up noticeably compared to raw. They carry a small amount of carbohydrate from their natural glycogen, which is unusual among shellfish. Protein is moderate rather than high, and fat is low. The mineral intensity of oysters, especially zinc, is well established. Dry-heat cooking coaxes out a briny, almost caramelized quality that raw preparation cannot match.
Dietary Information
Mollusks, oyster, eastern, wild, cooked, dry heat is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Mollusks, oyster, eastern, wild, cooked, dry heat include Zinc, Zn (555% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (538% DV) , Copper, Cu (493% DV) , Selenium, Se (56% DV) , and Iron, Fe (40% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 79 calories per 100 grams, Mollusks, oyster, eastern, wild, cooked, dry heat gets 45% of its calories from protein, 21% from carbohydrates, and 30% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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