Aquatic Foods
Cavalla, banded Nutrition Facts
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 48% | |
| Calories | 108kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 3.1 g/ 42g (7%) | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Protein | 20.1 g/ 71g (28%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 4 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.57%) |
Vitamin C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.22 mg/ 1mg (18%) source |
Vitamin B2 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (9%) |
Vitamin B3 | 5.3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (33%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 55 mg/ 750mg (7%) |
Iron | 0.9 mg/ 12mg (7%) |
Phosphorus | 190 mg/ 700mg (27%) source |
Sodium | 70 mg/ 1500mg (4%) low |
Some descriptions on this page are generated with AI assistance to make nutrition information easier to understand. Nutritional data comes from trusted sources like DOST-FNRI and USDA.
What is this food?
AI-assisted Cavalla (banded) is a type of fish. In a 100g serving, it’s a lean protein source with about 108 kcal, 3.1g total fat (1.63g saturated fat), and 47mg cholesterol. It has 0g carbs and 0g fiber, so it’s mainly for protein and healthy meal balance.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Fish like cavalla helps support muscle and keeps you full because it’s mostly protein (0g carbs). The fat it has is relatively low, but it still contains some saturated fat (1.63g per 100g) and cholesterol (47mg), so pairing it with vegetables, rice in proper portions, and healthy cooking methods helps keep meals balanced. It’s also naturally low in sodium (70mg per 100g), which is helpful for everyday heart-friendly eating—just watch out for added salt, bagoong, or salty sauces when cooking.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - For your 3 meals + 1–2 snacks routine, use cavalla as your protein at lunch or dinner (about 1 palm-sized serving, then add veggies and a measured carb).
- Choose grilled, steamed, or sinigang style. If frying, keep oil minimal and avoid frequent deep-frying.
- Build the plate: 1/2 plate non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, talong), 1/4 protein (cavalla), 1/4 carbs (rice or kamote).
- Flavor smart: use herbs, calamansi, garlic, and spices instead of extra salt or very salty condiments.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang na isda, Grilled fish (daing style), Tinola with fish, Paksiw na isda, Fish sinigang with vegetables
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