Nutritional Value
| Comparison of high-value nutrients in fish types | Whitefish Alaska pollock |
Oily fish Atlantic herring |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 111 | 203 | |
| Protein (g) | 23 | 23 | |
| Fat (g) | 1 | 12 | |
| Cholesterol (mg) | 86 | 77 | |
| Vitamin B-12 (µg) | 4 | 13 | |
| Phosphorus (mg) | 267 | 303 | |
| Selenium (µg) | 44 | 47 | |
| Omega-3 (mg) | 509 | 2014 | |
"Fish provides a good source of high quality protein and contains many vitamins and minerals. It may be classed as either whitefish, oily or shellfish. Whitefish, such as haddock and seer, contain very little fat (usually less than 1%) whereas oily fish, such as sardines, contain between 10-25%. The latter, as a result of its high fat content, contain a range of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) and essential fatty acids, all of which are vital for the healthy functioning of the body."
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