Matha: nutrition for pregnancy & family
Also known as Elongate surgeonfish, Blue lined surgeonfish, Pala, Marine tropical fish, [Place of collection: Chennai and vizag]. Food group: Marine Fish.
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More marine fish: Allathi, Aluva, Anchovy, Ari fish, Betki, Black snapper.
Matha in Indian languages
| English | Elongate surgeonfish, Blue lined surgeonfish |
| Malayalam | Pala |
Regional names as recorded by ICMR-NIN in the Indian Food Composition Tables.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 93 kcal |
| Protein | 21.2 g |
| Fat | 0.8 g |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Calcium | 14 mg |
Nutrition source: ICMR-NIN — Indian Food Composition Tables (IFCT). Values are typical per 100 g and vary by variety and preparation.
Educational information, not medical or dietary advice. Most everyday foods are fine in normal amounts — ask your doctor or dietitian about anything specific to your pregnancy.