Parava: nutrition for pregnancy & family
Also known as False trevally, Big jawed jumper, Big jawed jumber, Dhangari, Dangri, Chapla, Katli, Saundala, Adai minu, Adavu, Parava, Saundala, Pervi, Sudumbu, Suthumbu, Guthippu, Sudumbu, Sudumbala, Kuthuppu, [Place of collection: Kochi]. Food group: Marine Fish.
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Parava is a notable source of iron — see what each does in pregnancy.
More marine fish: Allathi, Aluva, Anchovy, Ari fish, Betki, Black snapper.
Parava in Indian languages
| English | False trevally, Big jawed jumper, Big jawed jumber |
| Gujarati | Dhangari, Dangri, Chapla, Katli |
| Kannada | Saundala, Adai minu |
| Malayalam | Adavu, Parava |
| Marathi | Saundala, Pervi |
| Tamil | Sudumbu, Suthumbu, Guthippu |
| Telugu | Sudumbu, Sudumbala, Kuthuppu |
Regional names as recorded by ICMR-NIN in the Indian Food Composition Tables.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 112 kcal |
| Protein | 21.5 g |
| Fat | 2.7 g |
| Iron | 3.6 mg |
| Calcium | 29 mg |
Why it can help during pregnancy
- Iron: Iron supports the extra blood your body makes during pregnancy.
Consensus public-health guidance (WHO / ICMR-NIN). A balanced, varied diet matters more than any single food.
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.