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Calories in Shellfish
Note: Food Serving Size is 3oz Unless
Otherwise Stated
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Food
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Calories
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Abalone, fried
Clam (20 small)
Crab, Alaska King (1 leg)
Crab, Blue (1 cup)
Crab, Dungeness (1 crab)
Crab, Queen
Crayfish
Lobster
Mussels, blue
Oyster, Eastern (6 medium)
Oyster, Pacific
Scallop, breaded & fried (2 large)
Shrimp (4 large)
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150
281
130
137
140
98
74
83.3
145
57.5
138
66.5
21.8
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Shellfish: Calorie Intake and Weight Management
The calorie-content of Shellfish is relatively
low. So if you are interested in following a calorie-controlled diet in
order to normalize your body weight, regular consumption of Shellfish
is fine. Also, remember that increased calorie expenditure balances increased
intake, and helps maintain an efficient metabolism.
Calorie Counting Has Limits
Although it's important to know the calorific
values of Shellfish, in order to be aware which ones are especially calorie-dense,
the nutritional value of food is also important. Some carbohydrate foods
and essential fats may be higher in calories but even so are very important
for your health and weight.
Please Note: Calorie values for Shellfish are
approximate only.
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