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Oil, spotted seal (Alaska Native)
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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 MG | 0% | |
| Riboflavin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Niacin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Folate, total | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1,044 UG | 116% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 6.3 MG | 42% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.7 UG | 4% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Potassium, K | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Sodium, Na | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 2.2 UG | 4% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Rich source of Vitamin A, RAE (116% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) (42% DV).
About Oil, spotted seal (Alaska Native)
Spotted seal oil is essentially pure fat with no protein, no carbohydrates, and no fiber. Like other marine mammal oils used in Alaska Native cooking, it is almost entirely lipid, rich in long-chain fatty acids adapted to cold climates. It is used as a condiment and preservation medium, drizzled over dried fish or berries, and has been a critical caloric and fat-soluble nutrient source in arctic diets for generations. A little goes a long way nutritionally.
Dietary Information
Oil, spotted seal (Alaska Native) is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Oil, spotted seal (Alaska Native) include Vitamin A, RAE (116% DV) , and Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) (42% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 894 calories per 100 grams, Oil, spotted seal (Alaska Native) gets 0% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 100% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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