Shellfish, Squid

About This Food

Squid, or more often presented as “calamari,” is suggested as one of the best fish to eat due to its low mercury content and high amounts of vitamins and minerals.

Squid is one of the best sources of copper, a trace mineral that helps the body absorb iron and form red blood cells, as well as phosphorus and magnesium that support overall well-being and immunity.

It's high levels of selenium reduce inflammation, helping those with arthritis find relief. It is also rich in B vitamins that help stabilize blood sugar levels, lower the intensity of migraines, and lower the risk of heart disease.

Glycemic Load=1 

Special diets
  • Autoimmune Paleo Diet
  • Candida Diet
  • Diabetic
  • Gluten-Free Diet
  • Gluten-Free/Dairy-Free Diet
  • Grain-Free Diet
  • Low Carb Diet
  • Low FODMAP Diet
  • Low Oxalate Diet
  • Paleo Diet (Light)
  • Paleo Diet (Strict)
  • PCOS Diet
  • Pescetarian Diet
  • Primal Diet
  • Thyroid Diet
  • Whole Food
Benefits
Excellent Source of
  • Copper
Good Source of
  • Selenium
  • EPA DHA Omega-3
Preferences
  • No Fish
  • No Red Meat
  • No Pork
  • No Eggs
  • No Gluten
  • No Nuts
  • No Seeds
  • No Soy
  • No Dairy
  • No Poultry
  • No Corn
  • No Yeast
  • No Peanuts
  • No Molds
  • No Coconut
  • No Pseudograins
  • No Citrus
  • No Nightshade
  • No Legumes
  • No Grains
  • Low Carbohydrate
  • Low Fat
  • Low Sodium
  • Low Sugars
  • Low Saturated Fat
Nutrition Information

Serving size: 1 ounce(s)squid

Calories: 26

Omega-6 / Omega-3 ratio: 0 : 1

Macronutrients
Amount
Total Fat
0.39 g
Saturated Fat
0.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.03 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.15 g
Trans Fat
0 g
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
83 g
ALA
1 mg
EPA, DHA
41 mg, 96 mg
EPA
41 mg,
DHA
96 mg,
Conjugated Linoleic Acid(CLA)
0 mg
Cholesterol
65.24 mg
Total Carbohydrate
0.86 g
Net Carbohydrate
0.86 g
Sugars
0 g
Fiber
0 g
Protein
4.36 g
Sugar Alcohols
0 g
Macronutrients
Amount
% Daily Value*
Vitamin A
9.24 IU
0%
Vitamin C
1.32 mg
2%
Vitamin D
0 IU
0%
Vitamin E
0.34 IU
1%
Vitamin B6
0.02 mg
1%
Vitamin B12
0.36 mcg
6%
Vitamin K
0 mg
0%
Folate
1.4 mcg
0%
Niacin
0.61 mg
3%
Riboflavin
0.12 mg
7%
Thiamin
0.01 mg
1%
Choline
18.2 mg
3%
Minerals
Calcium
8.96 mg
1%
Copper
0.53 mg
26%
Iron
0.19 mg
1%
Magnesium
9.24 mg
2%
Manganese
0.01 mg
0%
Phosphorous
61.88 mg
6%
Potassium
68.88 mg
2%
Selenium
12.54 mcg
18%
Sodium
12.32 mg
1%
Zinc
0.43 mg
3%
Phytonutrients
Alpha-carotene
0 mcg
Beta-carotene
0 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin
0 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin
0 mcg
Lycopene
0 mcg
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