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Turtle, green, 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 | 0.1 MG | 10% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 12% | |
| Niacin | 1.1 MG | 7% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Folate, total | 15 UG | 4% | |
| Choline, total | 65 MG | 12% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1 UG | 42% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 30 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.5 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.1 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 118 MG | 9% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.4 MG | 8% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 20 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 180 MG | 14% | |
| Potassium, K | 230 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 68 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1 MG | 9% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.3 MG | 28% | |
| Selenium, Se | 16.8 UG | 31% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 89 kcal per 100g.
- Good source of protein with 19.8g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.5g per 100g).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (28% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (31% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-12 (42% DV).
About Turtle, green, raw
Green sea turtle meat, raw, is extremely lean with very high protein and almost no fat or carbohydrates. The profile resembles venison or very lean cuts of beef. It is rarely encountered in commercial food supply due to protected species status in most jurisdictions, and appears here as a USDA archival entry rather than a food you are likely to encounter. Historically consumed in coastal and island communities, it is now largely off-limits.
Dietary Information
Turtle, green, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Turtle, green, raw include Vitamin B-12 (42% DV) , Selenium, Se (31% DV) , and Copper, Cu (28% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 89 calories per 100 grams, Turtle, green, raw gets 89% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 5% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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