Herring, flesh only, grilled, weighed with bones and skin

Herring is an oily fish. These figures describe grilled herring flesh, with the weight including bones and skin. Per 100g weighed this way, it provides 14g of protein, 7.6g of fat, 11µg of vitamin D and 10µg of vitamin B12.

Protein is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium and supports bones and muscles, while vitamin B12 supports normal nerve function and red blood cell formation. Herring also contains saturated fat, which is worth noting for people monitoring their intake. Added salt or sauces can change the nutritional content of a meal. Full nutritional figures are in the tables below.