Halibut (Pacific)

Halibut (Pacific)

Halibut is a member of the Flatfish family and is found in both the Atlantic and Pacific waters.

The largest of all flat fish, halibut have an average weight of about 25 - 30 lb, but can grow to be as much as 900 lbs.

Halibut has firm white meat and a mild flavor and is an excellent source of the important antioxidant mineral selenium . This seafood delight also contains brain-boosting B vitamins (niacin,vitamin B6 and vitamin B12) as well as provide a good source of the important minerals magnesium and potassium.

ECO-TIP: Be sure to choose only Pacific Halibut, as opposed to Atlantic Halibut which is an Ocean's Alive Worst Seafood Choice.

The Benefits

*Excellent Source of: Protein, Niacin, Selenium
*Good Source of: Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Magnesium, EPA/DHA Omega-3, Phosphorous
*Preferences: Low Fat, Low Saturated Fat, Low Sodium, Low Carbohydrate, Low Sugars, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Nuts, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Molds, No Tubers, No Citrus, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Grains

Selecting and Storing

When choosing fresh halibut, look for steaks or fillets with firm white flesh. As with all other fish, the smell should be clean, not fishy.

Nutrition Information(amounts per serving)

Serving Size: 3-ounce(s) HALIBUT,ATLANTIC&PACIFIC,RAW

OMEGA-6 / OMEGA-3 RATIO: 0.69

Calories: 92

MACRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	1.9 g	*
Saturated Fat	0.27 g	*
Monosaturated Fat	0.63 g	*
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.61 g	*
Trans Fat	0 g	*
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
ALA	55 mg	*
EPA, DHA	60 mg, 245 mg	*
Conjugated linolenic acid (CLA)	0 mg	*
Cholesterol	26.9 mg	*
Total Carbohydrate	0 g	*
Sugars	0 g	*
Fiber	0 g	*
Protein	17.5 g	*

MICRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
VITAMINS
Vitamin A	131.9 IU	3%
Vitamin C	0mg	0%
Vitamin D	0 IU	0%
Vitamin E	0.71 IU	2%
Vitamin B6	0.29 mg	14%
Vitamin B12	0.99 mcg	16%
Vitamin K	0.08 mg	0%
Folate	10.1 mcg	3%
Niacin	4.9 mg	25%
Riboflavin	0.06 mg	4%
Thiamin	0.05 mg	3%
MINERALS
Calcium	39.5 mg	4%
Copper	0 mg	0%
Iron	0.71 mg	4%
Magnesium	69.7 mg	17%
Manganese	0.01 mg	0%
Phosphorous	186.5 mg	19%
Potassium	378 mg	11%
Selenium	30.7 mcg	44%
Sodium	45.4 mg	2%
Zinc	0.35 mg	2%
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Alpha-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin	0 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin	0 mcg
Lycopene	0 mcg

*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).