Aquatic Foods
Halfbeak, long billed
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 56% |
| Calories | 88kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 19.2 g/ 71g (27%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 1.2 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 6.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.96%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.1 mg/ 1mg (7%) |
Vit B3 | 4.3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (26%) source |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 168 mg/ 750mg (22%) source |
Phosphorus | 208 mg/ 700mg (29%) source |
Iron | 1 mg/ 12mg (8%) |
Allergen Info
Fish
What is this food?
Halfbeak (long-billed fish), a lean fish that’s usually eaten as viand or fried/grilled. In a 100g serving, it’s about 88 kcal and is mainly a protein food.
Why it matters to health
Halfbeak helps support muscle and keeps you full because it’s high in protein and has zero carbohydrates. It also provides healthy fats, but it contains some saturated fat (0.24g per 100g) and cholesterol (92mg per 100g), so it’s best to enjoy it as part of a balanced plate. Since it’s a protein source, it fits well into your daily pattern of 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks—especially when paired with lots of vegetables and a reasonable amount of rice or carbs.
Healthier tips
- Choose grilled, steamed, or lightly fried versions to reduce extra oil.
- Portion guide: aim for about 1 palm-sized serving of fish per meal (adjust based on your appetite and activity).
- Pair with 1–2 cups of vegetables (e.g., kangkong, talong, ampalaya) and add rice in a measured amount (start with 1/2–1 cup cooked).
- If you’re eating fish with skin, keep portions reasonable—skin can add more fat.
- Enjoy fish regularly, but rotate with other proteins (chicken, eggs, tofu, beans) for variety.
Common Filipino dishes
Tinapang halfbeak, fried halfbeak, sinigang na isda (with halfbeak), paksiw na isda, grilled halfbeak with calamansi, halfbeak in garlic and vinegar
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