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Mollusks, snail, raw

Fish/Seafood Per 100 g · Per 100g serving
Contains: 🦐 Shellfish

Mollusks, snail, raw is a seafood at 90.0 calories per 100g. It is an excellent source of Magnesium, providing 250.0 mg (62% of the Daily Value) per 100g serving. This seafood is a moderate protein source. Fish and shellfish are valued for their high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acid content. Many dietary guidelines recommend consuming seafood at least twice per week. Our database tracks 62 nutrients for this food, plus environmental footprint data.

90.0
Calories
kcal
16.1
Protein
g
1.4
Fat
g
2.0
Carbs
g
0
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

💎
Magnesium
250 mg
62% DV
💎
Selenium
27.4 µg
50% DV
💎
Copper
0.40 mg
44% DV

Data for 62 of 150 tracked nutrients

Nutrient Fingerprint

How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Macronutrients 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water SR79.2g—
2%
Calories SR90.0kcal——
Energy (kJ) SR377kj——
Protein SR16.1g—
29%
Total Fat SR1.4g——
Carbohydrate SR2.0g—
2%
Fiber SR0g——
Total Sugars SR0g——
Ash SR1.3g——
Minerals 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium SR10.0mg—
1%
Iron SR3.5mg—
44%
Magnesium SR250mg—
62%
Phosphorus SR272mg—
39%
Potassium SR382mg—
11%
Sodium SR70.0mg—
5%
Zinc SR1.0mg—
9%
Copper SR0.40mg—
44%
Selenium SR27.4µg—
50%
Vitamins 24
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) SR100µg—
11%
Vitamin A (IU) SR30.0IU——
Retinol SR30.0µg——
Beta-Carotene SR0µg——
Alpha-Carotene SR0µg——
Beta-Cryptoxanthin SR0µg——
Lycopene SR0µg——
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR0µg——
Vitamin C SR0mg——
Vitamin D SR0µg——
Vitamin D (IU) SR0IU——
Vitamin D3 SR0µg——
Vitamin E SR5.0mg—
33%
Vitamin K1 SR0.10µg—
0%
Thiamin (B1) SR0.01mg—
1%
Riboflavin (B2) SR0.12mg—
9%
Niacin (B3) SR1.4mg—
9%
Vitamin B6 SR0.13mg—
10%
Folate SR6.0µg—
2%
Folic Acid SR0µg——
Folate (food) SR6.0µg——
Folate (DFE) SR6.0µg——
Vitamin B12 SR0.50µg—
21%
Choline SR65.0mg—
12%
Fatty Acids 7
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat SR0.36g——
Monounsaturated Fat SR0.26g——
Polyunsaturated Fat SR0.25g——
Cholesterol SR50.0mg——
Omega-3 EPA SR0.12g——
Omega-3 DPA SR0.10g——
Omega-3 DHA SR0g——
Individual Fatty Acids 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Butyric Acid (4:0) SR0g——
Caproic Acid (6:0) SR0g——
Caprylic Acid (8:0) SR0g——
Capric Acid (10:0) SR0g——
Lauric Acid (12:0) SR0g——
Myristic Acid (14:0) SR0.06g——
Palmitic Acid (16:0) SR0.25g——
Stearic Acid (18:0) SR0.05g——
Linoleic Acid (18:2) SR0.02g—
0%
Linolenic Acid (18:3) SR0g——
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine SR0mg——
Theobromine SR0mg——
Alcohol SR0g——

Nutrient Density Score

The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.

177
NRF9.3 Score
Excellent · per 100 kcal
Poor (<0) Moderate Good Excellent (100+)

NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.

Nutrient Interactions in This Food

Nutrients in this food that enhance or compete with each other during absorption.

✔ Synergies — nutrients that help each other

Dietary Fat + Vitamin A●●●

Vitamin A is fat-soluble and requires dietary fat for absorption. Adding fat to a meal significantly increases beta-carotene and retinol absorption.

Ribaya-Mercado et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 2007

Dietary Fat + Vitamin E●●●

Vitamin E is fat-soluble and absorbed alongside dietary fats via micelle formation in the small intestine. Low-fat diets reduce vitamin E absorption.

Traber, Free Radic Biol Med, 2007

Selenium + Vitamin E●●●

Selenium (via glutathione peroxidase) and vitamin E work as complementary antioxidants. Selenium reduces peroxides while vitamin E prevents lipid peroxidation in membranes.

Combs, Br J Nutr, 2001

Vitamin B6 + Magnesium●●●

Vitamin B6 may enhance intracellular magnesium accumulation. Combined supplementation has shown greater benefits for stress and anxiety than magnesium alone.

Pouteau et al., PLoS One, 2018

⚠ Antagonisms — nutrients that compete

Zinc vs Copper●●●

High zinc intake induces metallothionein in enterocytes, which traps copper and blocks its absorption. Prolonged high-dose zinc can cause copper deficiency.

Prasad et al., JAMA, 1978; Fosmire, Am J Clin Nutr, 1990

Zinc vs Iron●●●

Zinc and non-heme iron compete for the same intestinal transporter (DMT1). High doses of one can reduce absorption of the other when taken simultaneously.

Rossander-Hulten et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 1991

Fatty Acid Profile

Breakdown of fat types per 100g. A healthy fat profile favours unsaturated fats (mono + poly) and a balanced omega-3 to omega-6 ratio.

0.36g
Saturated
0.26g
Monounsaturated
0.25g
Polyunsaturated
12.8:1
Omega-3 : Omega-6 Ratio
Omega-3 dominant — ideal range is 1:1 to 1:4
Omega Fatty Acids
EPA (20:5 n-3)0.12 g
DPA (22:5 n-3)0.10 g
Linoleic acid (18:2 n-6)0.02 g

How Cooking Changes Nutrients

Estimated percentage of each nutrient retained after cooking, based on USDA retention factors for the “Lean Fish (<5% fat)” food category. Values of 100% mean no loss; lower values indicate nutrients lost to heat, water, or oxidation.

Source: USDA Table of Nutrient Retention Factors, Release 6 (2007). Retention values are category-level averages — actual retention depends on cooking time, temperature, and water volume.

USDA Retention Factors

Environmental Impact

Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Fish (farmed)” category.

13.6
kg CO₂e / kg
High Impact
8.4
m² land / kg
Land Use
3,691
L water / kg
Water Use
176
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions13.6 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use8.4 m² / kg
Water Use3,691 L / kg
Eutrophication235 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification176 g SO₂e / kg
⚠️ Important context about this data
  • Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
  • System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
  • Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
  • Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.

Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.

Global Supply: Fish & Seafood

Top 10 countries by per capita supply of the “Fish & Seafood” food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023). This is food group–level data from FAO Food Balance Sheets, not specific to this individual food.

1.
Iceland
161
2.
Maldives
157
3.
Kiribati
146
4.
Japan
132
5.
Micronesia
118
6.
Tuvalu
113
7.
Samoa
108
8.
Micronesia (Federated States of)
101
9.
Antigua and Barbuda
97
10.
Barbados
95

Global Supply Trend (1961–2023)

+62%
1961: 24 kcal2023: 39 kcal

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste, converted to kcal/capita/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Mollusks, snail, raw?

Mollusks, snail, raw contains 90.0 kcal per 100 grams, making it a moderate-calorie food. The energy comes from 16.1g of protein (72% of calories), 1.4g of fat (14%), and 2.0g of carbohydrates (9%). Protein is the primary energy source.

What is Mollusks, snail, raw most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Mollusks, snail, raw is Magnesium, providing 250 mg per 100g (62% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Selenium (50% DV). Our database tracks 62 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Mollusks, snail, raw high in protein?

Mollusks, snail, raw provides 16.1g of protein per 100 grams — a moderate amount. Protein contributes 72% of its calories.

How much fiber is in Mollusks, snail, raw?

Mollusks, snail, raw contains no dietary fiber. This is typical for animal-derived food. Pair with plant-based foods to ensure adequate fiber intake.