Fish broth
Pregnancy nutrients in 100 g
100 g gives about 33% of daily DHA, 4% of daily vitamin B-12 and 3% of daily calcium needed in pregnancy.
- DHA 0.1 g
- Vitamin B-12 0.1 mcg
- Calcium 30 mg
- Potassium 86 mg
- Protein 2 g
- Riboflavin 0.03 mg
- Choline 9.2 mg
- Zinc 0.1 mg
- Iron 0.21 mg
- Folate (DFE) 4 mcg
- Vitamin B-6 0.01 mg
- Vitamin C 0 mg
- Vitamin D 0 IU
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| Nutrient | In 100 g | Daily reference |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 30 mg | 1000 mg |
| Choline | 9.2 mg | 450 mg |
| DHA | 0.1 g | 0.3 g |
| Folate (DFE) | 4 mcg | 600 mcg |
| Iron | 0.21 mg | 27 mg |
| Potassium | 86 mg | 2900 mg |
| Protein | 2 g | 70 g |
| Riboflavin | 0.03 mg | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.1 mcg | 2.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.01 mg | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 85 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | 600 IU |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | 11 mg |
Pregnancy guidance
Safe with precautionsFish broth is safe with precautions during pregnancy when prepared from low-mercury fish and boiled thoroughly. It contributes hydration, marine minerals, and small amounts of DHA to nourish fetal neurological development. Ensure the broth is heated to a rolling boil before serving to eliminate any microbial concerns. Choose homemade broth made from species on the FDA Best Choices fish list.
Sources: FDA Safe Eats · USDA Food Safety
How to read this
During pregnancy you need more of certain nutrients each day, like folate, iron and choline. Each bar shows how much of that daily amount 100 g of Fish broth provides. 100% means 100 g alone covers the whole day; smaller numbers show its share. A ✓ marks 100% or more.