Mejillones Calories
Full nutritional value per 100g
📊 Macronutrient Distribution
📖 About Mejillones
Mejillones belongs to the Proteínas group and provides 86 kcal per 100g. It is a food with low caloric content, low caloric density and moderate satiety effect.
Regarding its macronutrient profile, mejillones stands out for being high in protein (12g), with 3.7g of carbohydrates and 2.2g of fat per 100g.
Proteins are essential for muscle building, tissue repair and enzyme production.
⚡ Caloric Equivalents
To put mejillones's 86 kcal in perspective:
📏 Calories by Portion
| Portion | Amount | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half portion | 50g | 43 kcal | 6g |
| Standard portion | 100g | 86 kcal | 12g |
| Large portion | 200g | 172 kcal | 24g |
🎯 Diet Compatibility
📋 Full Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | 4% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.7g | 1% |
| Fat | 2.2g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
* Daily values based on a 2,000 kcal diet. Serving: 100g.
💡 Practical Tips
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does mejillones have?
Mejillones has 86 kcal per 100g. It contains 12g of protein, 3.7g of carbohydrates, 2.2g of fat and 0g of fiber. This represents 4% of the recommended daily caloric value.
Does Mejillones make you gain weight?
With 86 kcal per 100g, mejillones has a low caloric content. No food causes weight gain on its own; it depends on the total calories in your daily diet and your physical activity level. Being low in calories, it is unlikely to contribute to weight gain.
Is Mejillones good for a diet?
Mejillones is high in protein and fiber-free, with low caloric density. It is excellent for weight loss diets because you can eat good amounts without adding many calories.
How much mejillones can I eat per day?
It depends on your daily caloric goal. On a 2,000 kcal diet, 100g of mejillones represents 4% of your daily intake. Being very low in calories, you can consume it quite freely.
Is Mejillones healthy?
Mejillones is a nutritious food in the Proteínas group. Proteins are essential for muscle building, tissue repair and enzyme production. As part of a balanced and varied diet, it is a perfectly healthy food.
🤝 Best Combinations
Combine mejillones with these foods to maximize nutrient absorption:
💡 Did you know...?
El cuerpo humano necesita unos 0.8-2.2g de proteína por kg de peso corporal al día, dependiendo del nivel de actividad.
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