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Herring

Herring

Carb Check

Carbs
0g
Carbs
Fiber
0g
Fiber
Net Carbs
0g
Net Carbs
Carbs per Portion
0g
Carbs per Portion
Glycemic Load
0
Glycemic Load
GI Estimate
Very Low (<= 20)
GI Estimate

Legend

Low Impact
Moderate Impact
High Impact

Color-coded system for nutritional impact: Use for food choices, especially for diabetes or low-carb diets.

Diet Check

Low Carb
Yes
Keto
Yes
Carnivore
Yes
Paleo
Yes
Slow Carb
Yes
Vegan
No
Vegetarian
No
Low FODMAP
Yes

pH Check

Herring
Slightly Acidic

Nutrient Distribution per 100g

Herring

  • Water
    65.0g
  • Fiber
    0.0g
  • Carbs
    0.0g
  • Fat
    16.0g
  • Protein
    16.0g

Advanced Nutrient Analysis

Histamine
High
Purine
High
Tyramine
Moderate
FODMAP
Not present
Oxalate
Not present
Goitrogen
Not present
Sulfite
Low
Nitrate
Low
Antioxidants
Moderate

Legend

Not present
Low
Moderate
High
Very High

For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.

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Nutrition Quiz

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Herring is a nutritious food choice for those following a low-carb diet due to its carb-free nature. It is particularly high in sodium and provides moderate levels of phosphorus, supporting bone health and energy metabolism.

  • Contains 0g of carbohydrates, making it ideal for low-carb diets.
  • High in sodium with 72.67% of the RDA.
  • Moderate level of phosphorus, accounting for 18.37% of the daily value.
  • Low levels of potassium and calcium.
  • Provides a notable amount of iron (10.78% of RDA).

Is Herring keto?

Herring is suitable for a ketogenic diet because it contains 0 grams of carbohydrates. It's protein-rich and offers fats that are essential in a keto dietary plan. Furthermore, herring supplies micronutrients like sodium and phosphorus that aid energy and heart function.

Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Herring

With a 0 carbohydrate content, herring has no glycemic index, thus it doesn't affect blood glucose levels. This quality makes it highly beneficial for low carb and diabetic dietary regimes as it avoids any spike in blood sugar.

Vitamin Check

Vitamin A (Retinol)
30
4% RDA
Vitamin C
1
1% RDA
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
0.05
5% RDA
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.21
15% RDA
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
0.15
11% RDA
Beta-Carotene
0
0% RDA

RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 100g serving.

Mineral Check

Sodium
2770
115% RDA
Calcium
40
5% RDA
Iron
1.5
11% RDA
Potassium
75
4% RDA
Magnesium
10
3% RDA
Phosphorus
150
21% RDA
Zinc
0.6
6% RDA

RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 100g serving.

Allergen Check

Fructose
Not present
Lactose
Not present
Gluten
Not present
Soy
Not present
Shellfish
Not present

Legend

Not present
Traces
Low
Moderate
High