Haddock Nutrition Benefits and Facts

Nutritional summary

Haddock is a notable source of iodine, containing approximately 227 µg per 100g, which is the highest concentration among common seafood sources including cod, lobster, and tuna .
As a lean white fish, haddock provides a high ratio of protein to fat, containing roughly 16g of protein and only 1g of total fat per serving .
While regular fish consumption is linked to a 10% lower risk of stroke and a 15% lower risk of coronary heart disease, these cardiovascular benefits are more strongly associated with fatty fish than lean varieties like haddock .
Haddock has a low mercury profile compared to many other marine species, with a mean concentration of 0.164 ppm, making it a safer choice for sensitive populations such as children and pregnant women .

Interesting fact

The 'Finnan Haddie,' a cold-smoked haddock originating in Scotland, became so popular in the 19th century that it was regularly shipped by rail to London for the breakfast tables of the aristocracy.

Standout nutrients

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Iodine

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Selenium

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Niacin

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Protein from Amino Acids

111

kcal per 100g

Protein16.7g

Fat4.50g

Carbs3.84g

Fiber0.17g

Sugar0.07g

Fat breakdown

Polyunsat1.78g

Monounsat1.67g

Saturated0.66g

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Diet

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Sustainability

Moderate

Sustainability varies significantly by catch method and specific North Atlantic stock levels.

Confidencemedium

Storage

Refrigerate

1–2 days

Store in the coldest part of the fridge, ideally on ice.

Freeze

3–6 months

Wrap tightly to prevent freezer burn.

Flavour

Data & Sources

Harmonized from 3 validated sources

French Food Database

1 contributing source food

McCance & Widdowson

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USDA

USDA FoodData Central

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Claim citations

Fish, Shellfish, and Children’s Health: An Assessment of Benefits, Risks, and Sustainability - PMC

[1]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Dietary Intake and Nutrient Composition of Seafood - The Role of Seafood Consumption in Child Growth and Development - NCBI Bookshelf

[4]www.ncbi.nlm.nih.govncbi.nlm.nih.gov

A New Evidence-Based Diet Score to Capture Associations of Food Consumption and Chronic Disease Risk - PMC

[6]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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