Cod, flesh only, poached in milk, butter and salt added, weighed with bones and skin

Cod is a white fish. This entry describes the flesh only, poached in milk with butter and salt added, with the fish weighed with bones and skin. Per 100g, it provides 18g of protein, 1g of fat, 0.24g of salt and 100µg of iodine. Protein is the main nutrient it provides, alongside smaller amounts of vitamins and minerals.

Protein supports the maintenance and repair of body tissues. Iodine is needed to make thyroid hormones, which help regulate metabolism. The added butter and salt are relevant when considering fat and salt intake, and these figures apply to the preparation described. Full nutritional figures are in the tables below.