Carp

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Pregnancy nutrients in 100 g

100 g gives about 165% of daily vitamin D, 59% of daily vitamin B-12 and 37% of daily DHA needed in pregnancy.

  1. Vitamin D 988 IU
  2. Vitamin B-12 1.53 mcg
  3. DHA 0.11 g
  4. Protein 17.83 g
  5. Choline 65 mg
  6. Zinc 1.48 mg
  7. Potassium 333 mg
  8. Vitamin B-6 0.19 mg
  9. Iron 1.24 mg
  10. Calcium 41 mg
  11. Riboflavin 0.05 mg
  12. Folate (DFE) 15 mcg
  13. Vitamin C 1.6 mg
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Nutrients per 100 grams
NutrientIn 100 gDaily reference
Calcium41 mg1000 mg
Choline65 mg450 mg
DHA0.11 g0.3 g
Folate (DFE)15 mcg600 mcg
Iron1.24 mg27 mg
Potassium333 mg2900 mg
Protein17.83 g70 g
Riboflavin0.05 mg1.4 mg
Vitamin B-121.53 mcg2.6 mcg
Vitamin B-60.19 mg1.9 mg
Vitamin C1.6 mg85 mg
Vitamin D988 IU600 IU
Zinc1.48 mg11 mg

Pregnancy guidance

Limit

Carp is categorized by the FDA and EPA as a Good Choice fish that should be limited during pregnancy. It supplies protein, vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids, but it carries moderate levels of mercury and can accumulate local freshwater contaminants. Eat no more than one four-ounce serving per week, and verify state fish advisories if the carp is caught by family or friends. Cook carp to an internal temperature of 145°F until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Sources: FDA · EPA

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 Carp provides. 100% means 100 g alone covers the whole day; smaller numbers show its share. A ✓ marks 100% or more.

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