Indian Mackerel (Bangda)

Indian Mackerel (Bangda)

 

Indian Mackerel (Bangda)

 

Indian Mackerel is commonly known as Bangda. It is a saltwater fish found in Indian ocean as well as the surrounding sea. It is an oily fish, rich in omega 3. Nutritional facts of Bangda per 100 grams:

 

Calories

205

Protein 

18.6 grams

Omega 3

2646 mg

Omega 6

219 mg

Cholesterol

75 mg

Sodium

90 mg

Potassium

314 mg

Calcium

12 mg

Vitamin A

167 IU

Vitamin B6

643 IU

Vitamin B12

8.7 mcg

Vitamin C

1% of RDI

 

Bangda is very high in omega 3 and is a great source of high quality protein. It is easily affordable to all economic groups. The mercury content of bangda is 0.09 ppm (low level). Hence everybody can enjoy it.