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Mollusks, snail, raw
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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 | 1% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Niacin | 1.4 MG | 9% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Folate, total | 6 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 65 MG | 12% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.5 UG | 21% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 30 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 5 MG | 33% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.1 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 10 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 3.5 MG | 19% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 250 MG | 60% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 272 MG | 22% | |
| Potassium, K | 382 MG | 8% | |
| Sodium, Na | 70 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1 MG | 9% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.4 MG | 44% | |
| Selenium, Se | 27.4 UG | 50% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 90 kcal per 100g.
- Good source of protein with 16.1g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (1.4g per 100g).
- Rich source of Magnesium, Mg (60% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (22% DV).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (44% DV).
About Mollusks, snail, raw
Raw snails are a surprising source of lean protein, with very little fat and minimal carbohydrates. The profile is similar to other lean shellfish: high protein, low fat, no fiber. In French cuisine they become escargot through cooking with butter and garlic, which transforms the nutritional picture considerably. On their own, raw snails are about as clean a protein as you will find in the mollusk category.
Dietary Information
Mollusks, snail, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Mollusks, snail, raw include Magnesium, Mg (60% DV) , Selenium, Se (50% DV) , Copper, Cu (44% DV) , Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) (33% DV) , and Phosphorus, P (22% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 90 calories per 100 grams, Mollusks, snail, raw gets 72% of its calories from protein, 9% from carbohydrates, and 14% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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