Meat and Poultry / Exotic Meats
Threadfin, small-mouth
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 42% |
| Calories | 81kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 19.7 g/ 71g (27%) | ||||
Total Fat | 0.2 g/ 42g (0.48%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.1 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.01%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.11 mg/ 1mg (8%) |
Vit B3 | 4.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (28%) source |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 35 mg/ 750mg (4%) |
Phosphorus | 183 mg/ 700mg (26%) source |
Iron | 0.6 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Sodium | 26 mg/ 1500mg (1%) very low |
Allergen Info
Fish
What is this food?
Threadfin (small-mouth) fish—an easy-to-cook, lean fish that’s mostly protein with very little fat and no carbs.
Why it matters to health
Threadfin fish is a good choice when you want a lean protein for your meals. With low total fat (about 0.2 g per 100 g) and no carbs, it helps support steady energy and keeps your plate balanced. It also has sodium (about 26 mg per 100 g), so it’s best to watch how much salt, bagoong, or salty seasoning you add when cooking. The saturated fat is also low, which is helpful for heart-friendly eating when paired with vegetables and whole grains.
Healthier tips
- Cook with less oil: steam, grill, or bake instead of deep-frying.
- Flavor with herbs and citrus (calamansi, vinegar, garlic, pepper) rather than extra salt.
- Build a balanced plate: 1/2 non-starchy vegetables + 1/4 rice or root crops + 1/4 fish.
- If you eat it as part of your 3 meals, aim for a consistent portion (about 1 palm-sized serving) and pair it with fiber-rich sides.
- For snacks (1–2 per day), choose fruit or unsweetened yogurt instead of salty fish snacks.
Common Filipino dishes
Tinapang threadfin, Sinigang na isda (threadfin), Grilled threadfin with calamansi, Paksiw na threadfin, Escabeche na isda
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