Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat
* 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 | 6.8 MG | 8% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 16% | |
| Niacin | 2.0 MG | 12% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.4 MG | 8% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.7 MG | 38% | |
| Folate, total | 11 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 18.1 UG | 756% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 49 UG | 5% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 113 MG | 9% | |
| Iron, Fe | 10.1 MG | 56% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 172 MG | 41% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 282 MG | 23% | |
| Potassium, K | 694 MG | 15% | |
| Sodium, Na | 412 MG | 18% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.3 MG | 30% | |
| Copper, Cu | 2.1 MG | 229% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.9 MG | 39% | |
| Selenium, Se | 89.6 UG | 163% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 47.7g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Very low in fat (0.8g per 100g).
- Rich source of Iron, Fe (56% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (41% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (23% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (30% DV).
About Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat
Cooked by moist heat, whelk becomes even more protein-concentrated as moisture is driven off. Fat remains negligible, and the natural carbohydrate content scales proportionally with the protein. Among shellfish, whelk cooked this way is unusually lean and dense with protein, making it nutritionally impressive even if it is unfamiliar to most American home cooks.
Dietary Information
Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat is considered low-fat, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat include Vitamin B-12 (756% DV) , Copper, Cu (229% DV) , Selenium, Se (163% DV) , Iron, Fe (56% DV) , and Magnesium, Mg (41% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 275 calories per 100 grams, Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat gets 69% of its calories from protein, 23% from carbohydrates, and 3% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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