Sea lion, Steller, fat (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% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 97 UG | 11% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% |
About Sea lion, Steller, fat (Alaska Native)
This rich, high-fat food comes from the blubber of a marine mammal native to the cold waters of the North Pacific. With nearly 94 grams of fat per 100-gram serving, it is one of the most calorie-dense traditional foods consumed by Indigenous Alaskan communities. The fat is a dense source of energy, essential for survival in harsh Arctic climates where high caloric intake is necessary to maintain body heat and energy levels. While it contains virtually no carbohydrates or fiber, and only a small amount of protein, its fat content is primarily composed of long-chain fatty acids, which can be metabolized efficiently by the human body for sustained energy.
Traditionally, this food is rendered into oil or consumed raw, often paired with dried fish or meat to create a balanced meal. It plays a central role in subsistence diets, providing not just calories but also fat-soluble vitamins that may be scarce in other local foods. Because of its extremely high fat and calorie content, it is best suited for those with high energy needs or in contexts where traditional dietary patterns are maintained. For modern consumers outside these communities, it would be a rare and specialized addition to the diet, more relevant for cultural or educational purposes than for everyday nutrition.
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