Shad, American
Pregnancy nutrients in 100 g
100 g gives about 440% of daily DHA, 32% of daily vitamin D and 24% of daily protein needed in pregnancy.
- DHA 1.32 g
- Vitamin D 190 IU
- Protein 16.93 g
- Vitamin B-6 0.4 mg
- Riboflavin 0.24 mg
- Choline 74 mg
- Potassium 384 mg
- Vitamin B-12 0.15 mcg
- Calcium 47 mg
- Iron 0.97 mg
- Zinc 0.37 mg
- Folate (DFE) 15 mcg
- Vitamin C 0 mg
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| Nutrient | In 100 g | Daily reference |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 47 mg | 1000 mg |
| Choline | 74 mg | 450 mg |
| DHA | 1.32 g | 0.3 g |
| Folate (DFE) | 15 mcg | 600 mcg |
| Iron | 0.97 mg | 27 mg |
| Potassium | 384 mg | 2900 mg |
| Protein | 16.93 g | 70 g |
| Riboflavin | 0.24 mg | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.15 mcg | 2.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.4 mg | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 85 mg |
| Vitamin D | 190 IU | 600 IU |
| Zinc | 0.37 mg | 11 mg |
Pregnancy guidance
RecommendedAmerican shad is recommended during pregnancy as an FDA Best Choice fish. It provides generous amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and selenium with low mercury bioaccumulation. The FDA recommends two to three four-ounce servings of Best Choice fish weekly, cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F. Bake or broil shad fillets to soften small bones and pair with a fresh green salad.
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 Shad, American provides. 100% means 100 g alone covers the whole day; smaller numbers show its share. A ✓ marks 100% or more.