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Nutritional Profile of Raw Mackerel - Care Omnia Nutrition
We got 47 nutritional values in our nutrition profile for Raw Mackerel.
Nutrient content compared to all foods
When comparing its nutrient content to all foods in our tool we find that it ranks very high (Top 25) for two nutrients.
These are
- Parinaric Acid (18:4) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
- Docosahexaenoic Acid, DHA (22:6 n-3) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
Also, when compared to all foods, it ranks quite high (Top 100) for five additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Erucic Acid (22:1) (Monounsaturated Fats)
- Eicosapentaenoic Acid, EPA (20:5 n-3) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
- Docosapentaenoic Acid, DPA (22:5 n-3) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
- Vitamin D (D2 + D3) (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
Nutrient content compared to foods in the same category
A comparison between its nutrient content to foods in the same category (Finfish and Shellfish Products) shows that it ranks quite high (Top 25) for four nutrients.
These are
- Docosahexaenoic Acid, DHA (22:6 n-3) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
- Parinaric Acid (18:4) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
- Erucic Acid (22:1) (Monounsaturated Fats)
- Eicosapentaenoic Acid, EPA (20:5 n-3) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
Additionally, a comparison to foods in the same category shows that it ranks high (Top 50) for 13 additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Docosapentaenoic Acid, DPA (22:5 n-3) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
- Paullinic Acid (20:1) (Monounsaturated Fats)
- Magnesium, Mg (Minerals)
- Lauric Acid (12:0) (Saturated Fats)
You can find these and more nutrient rankings below.
Table of Contents
Nutrient Content Of Raw Mackerel
The nutrient content of food is mainly divided into macro- and micronutrients.
Below you'll first find a macronutrient profile that will give you a sense of how the measured macronutrients compare to each other.
Secondly you'll find a lipid (fat) profile that shows you the content of saturated, mono-, and polyunsaturated fatty acids.
After that you'll find our detailed nutrient profile with all measured nutrients.
Macronutrient profile of Raw Mackerel
Macronutrients are mainly divided into carbohydrates (carbs), lipids (fats), and protein.
In our macronutrient profile we also include water as we think that it gives a more complete picture of how nutrient dense the food is.
Figure 1. Macronutrient profile of Raw Mackerel
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
After the overview this macronutrient profile provided let's dive deeper and take a look at the lipid (fat) profile!
Lipid (fat) profile of Raw Mackerel
Lipids (fats) are a major part of the macronutrients in your food.
Lipids (fats), are divided into saturated and unsaturated fats. The unsaturated fats are then in turn divided into mono-, and polyunsaturated fats.
Here's a lipid (fat) profile to give you a sense of how the content of each type of fat compare to each other.
Figure 2. Lipid (fat) profile of Raw Mackerel
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
And now, let's look at the detailed nutrient profile!
Detailed nutrient profile of Raw Mackerel
Below we list all the nutrients that we have a measurement for. This is where you can find out what micronutrients there are in your food.
All nutrients are grouped together according to their type. Click on a nutrient type to show the individual nutrients. You can find other foods that contain the same nutrient by clicking on it.
If you can't find a specific nutrient, we recommend you go to our complete list of nutrients or try searching for it.
Nutrient Profile: Raw Mackerel
In food category: Finfish and Shellfish Products
| Fatty Acids (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Fatty Acids, total monounsaturated | 4.5 g | 1.3 g | 65 | 1034 |
| Fatty Acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.9 g | 816.5 mg | 80 | 928 |
| Fatty Acids, total saturated | 2.9 g | 827.8 mg | 66 | 1224 |
| Total Lipid (Fat) | 11.9 g | 3.4 g | 44 | 685 |
| Saturated Fats (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Lauric Acid (12:0) | 14 mg | 4 mg | 35 | 696 |
| Myristic Acid (14:0) | 564 mg | 159.9 mg | 45 | 587 |
| Palmitic Acid (16:0) | 1.9 g | 533 mg | 50 | 1016 |
| Stearic Acid (18:0) | 429 mg | 121.6 mg | 107 | 1263 |
| Monounsaturated Fats (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Erucic Acid (22:1) | 1.1 g | 311.8 mg | 20 | 30 |
| Oleic Acid (18:1) | 2 g | 558.5 mg | 141 | 1530 |
| Palmitoleic Acid (16:1) | 642 mg | 182 mg | 49 | 358 |
| Paullinic Acid (20:1) | 803 mg | 227.6 mg | 29 | 62 |
| Polyunsaturated Fats (7) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid, DHA (22:6 n-3) | 1.3 g | 354.4 mg | 15 | 25 |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid, DPA (22:5 n-3) | 183 mg | 51.9 mg | 27 | 45 |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid, EPA (20:5 n-3) | 770 mg | 218.3 mg | 24 | 34 |
| Eicosatetraenoic Acid, ETA (20:4) | 149 mg | 42.2 mg | 43 | 145 |
| Linoleic Acid (18:2 n-6) | 185 mg | 52.4 mg | 228 | 2209 |
| Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 123 mg | 34.9 mg | 147 | 833 |
| Parinaric Acid (18:4) | 228 mg | 64.6 mg | 15 | 24 |
| Protein (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Protein | 19.1 g | 5.4 g | 104 | 367 |
| Water-soluble Vitamins (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Folate, DFE | 1 µg | 0.3 µg | 61 | 454 |
| Folate, food | 1 µg | 0.3 µg | 48 | 288 |
| Folate, total | 1 µg | 0.3 µg | 52 | 395 |
| Niacin | 8.8 mg | 2.5 mg | 44 | 257 |
| Riboflavin | 348 µg | 98.7 µg | 40 | 463 |
| Thiamin | 155 µg | 43.9 µg | 86 | 729 |
| Vitamin B12 | 7.3 µg | 2.1 µg | 64 | 175 |
| Vitamin B6 | 376 µg | 106.6 µg | 113 | 605 |
| Vitamin C | 900 µg | 255.1 µg | 61 | 614 |
| Fat-soluble Vitamins (5) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| alpha-Tocopherol | 1.4 mg | 382.7 µg | 117 | 508 |
| Phylloquinone | 3.4 µg | 1 µg | 60 | 891 |
| Retinol | 40 µg | 11.3 µg | 96 | 441 |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 40 µg | 11.3 µg | 97 | 672 |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 13.8 µg | 3.9 µg | 41 | 46 |
| Minerals (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Calcium, Ca | 16 mg | 4.5 mg | 112 | 534 |
| Copper, Cu | 80 µg | 22.7 µg | 179 | 769 |
| Iron, Fe | 1.5 mg | 419.6 µg | 103 | 773 |
| Magnesium, Mg | 60 mg | 17 mg | 31 | 265 |
| Phosphorus, P | 187 mg | 53 mg | 186 | 477 |
| Potassium, K | 344 mg | 97.5 mg | 156 | 554 |
| Selenium, Se | 41.6 µg | 11.8 µg | 115 | 275 |
| Sodium, Na | 89 mg | 25.2 mg | 264 | 1060 |
| Zinc, Zn | 640 µg | 181.4 µg | 160 | 855 |
| Other Micronutrients (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 17.6 mg | 109 | 319 |
| Choline | 65.6 mg | 18.6 mg | 160 | 505 |
| Water (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Water | 65.7 g | 18.6 g | 153 | 1166 |
| Other (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Kcal (Energy) | 189 kcal | 53.6 kcal | 79 | 499 |
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Common Serving Sizes Of Raw Mackerel
Here's some of the different portion/serving sizes to get a sense of the weight.
| Amount / Measurement | Weight in Gr | Weight in Oz |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Oz, Boneless, Raw | 28.4 g | 1.0 oz |
19 Similar Finfish or Shellfish Products
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Similar Finfish and Shellfish Products 1 - 19
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| Atlantic Mackerel | No of Nutrients |
| 64 | |
(Fish) | 72 |
| Jack Mackerel | No of Nutrients |
(Drained Solids) | 72 |
| King Mackerel | No of Nutrients |
(Fish) | 63 |
(Fish) | 63 |
| Mackerel | No of Nutrients |
(Coated, Made With Fat) | 57 |
(Coated, Made Without Fat) | 57 |
(Made With Fat) | 49 |
(Made Without Fat) | 49 |
| 47 | |
(Unspecified Cooking Method) | 49 |
(Salted) | 51 |
(Coated) | 54 |
| 53 | |
| 47 | |
| Pacific & Jack Mackerel | No of Nutrients |
(Mixed Species, Fish) | 72 |
(Mixed Species, Fish) | 72 |
| Spanish Mackerel | No of Nutrients |
| 64 | |
(Fish) | 70 |
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