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Nutrition Facts For Crayfish

Data sources: Nutriely Data Sources
Last updated on August 2, 2024.

Nutrition Label

Crayfish Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100.00g
% Daily Value*
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Energy 66kcal (274 kj)
3%
Carbohydrates, net 0g
0%
Starch 0g
Sugars 0g **
Added Sugars 0g
Sucrose 0g
Maltose 0g
Fructose 0g
Galactose -
Glucose 0g
Fibre, total 0g
0%
Polyols -
Protein 15g
10%
Fat 0.70g
2%
Polyunsaturated fatty acids 0.29g
Monounsaturated fatty acids 0.17g
Saturated fatty acids 0.15g
Sterols 1mg
Cholesterol 185mg
Water 83g
3%
Alcohol 0g
Salt 586mg **
Calcium 58mg
6%
Chromium 1ug
4%
Copper 0.24mg
27%
Fluoride 0.08mg
Iodine 85ug
57%
Iron 3.60mg
20%
Magnesium 22mg
8%
Manganese 0.04mg
2%
Molybdenum 0.01mg
13%
Phosphorus 110mg
18%
Potassium 70mg
2%
Selenium 50ug
91%
Sodium 230mg
Zinc 1.31mg
16%
Vitamin A (RAE) 15ug
2%
Vitamin D 0.05ug
0%
Vitamin E 2.85mg
19%
Vitamin K 0.10ug
0%
Vitamin B1 0.01mg
1%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg
4%
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) equivalents 6mg
42%
Vitamin B6 2.10mg
162%
Vitamin B9 (Folate) 37ug
9%
Vitamin B12 2ug
83%
Vitamin C 0mg
0%

* The daily nutrient requirements provided by this calculator are intended for healthy adults only. If you have any medical conditions, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or under the age of 18, please consult a healthcare professional or a registered dietitian for personalized nutritional advice. Individual needs may vary, and it is important to consider your specific health circumstances when determining your dietary requirements.

** The suggested value is the maximum suggested amount and has no actual required amount.

*** Italic values are estimated using ingredient algorithm.

Common Questions

What are the health benefits of eating crayfish?

Crayfish are a great source of protein, low in saturated fat, and rich in essential nutrients such as vitamin B-12, iron, and zinc. Consuming crayfish can help support muscle growth and repair, improve brain function, and boost the immune system.

Are there any health risks associated with consuming crayfish?

Crayfish can be a healthy part of a balanced diet, but there are potential health risks to consider. Due to their diet and habitat, crayfish may accumulate toxins and contaminants from the water they inhabit. It's important to know the source and quality of the crayfish you consume. Additionally, individuals with shellfish allergies should be cautious, as crayfish are crustaceans and may trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

How much crayfish to eat per day?

The recommended serving size for crayfish is about 3 ounces, which is roughly the size of a deck of cards. Consuming this amount as part of a balanced diet can provide valuable protein and essential nutrients without exceeding daily recommended intake levels.

Data source

Nutrition information for this food has been combined from Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare and United States Department of Agriculture databases.

Food Preferences

Egg free
Gluten free
Lactose free
Milk free
Low gluten
No added salt
Soy free
Unsweetened

Crayfish

The ratio of macro elements (protein, fat, carbs) in Crayfish

Fat 10%
Carbohydrates, net 0%
Protein 90%

Protein Amino Acids Profile

The ratio of amino acids in Crayfish. See full profile

Cystine 1%
Tryptophan 1%
Histidine 2%
Methionine 3%
Proline 3%
Tyrosine 3%
Serine 4%
Threonine 4%
Phenylalanine 4%
Valine 5%
Isoleucine 5%
Alanine 6%
Glycine 6%
Leucine 8%
Lysine 9%
Arginine 9%
Aspartic acid 10%
Glutamic acid 17%

Component Breakdown

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