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An average serving size of Tasmanian Atlantic Salmon is approximately 150 grams.
Compared to other types of seafood containing beneficial omega 3's, Tasmanian Atlantic Salmon is well above the average with over 2,000mg per 100gms verses the other types of fish that average about 210mg per 100gms.
| Food type | Milligrams (mg) per 100g (average level) |
| Salmon | 2,170mg |
| Oysters | 150mg |
| Prawns | 120mg |
| Lobster | 105mg |
| Turkey | 35mg |
| Chicken | 19mg |
| Lamb | 18mg |
| Beef | 22mg |
| Pork | 0mg |
| Veal | 0mg |
Source of figures: CSIRO: Marine Research - Omega Oils In Australian Seafood
In addition to being an excellent source of low cholesterol protein, Tasmanian Atlantic Salmon is also full of vitamins and minerals.
| Vitamin | Function |
| Vitamin B12 | Helps maintain nerve cells and red blood cells plus builds genetic material (DNA) |
| Niacin | Helps the nervous system and digestive tract |
| Vitamin B6 | Needed for protein and carbohydrate metabolism, plus nerve and brain function |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | Helps carbohydrate metabolism and muscle and coordination. Promotes proper nerve function. |
| Pantothenic Acid | Pantothenic acid (PA), a B-complex vitamin, is essential for growth, reproduction, and normal physiological functions. It helps metabolism and nerve functio |
| Vitamin A | Essential for a healthy immune system, skin and eyes. Maintains hair, bones and teeth |
| Vitamin C | Vitamin C is important to all animals, including humans, because it is vital to the production of collagen and is not produced naturally by the body |
| Folate | Promotes growth and development during pregnancy. Helps heart and nervous system |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | Metabolises all foods and releases energy to the body. Protects cells from damage |
| Mineral | Function |
| Selenium | This antioxidant protects cells from damage and is needed to produce thyroid hormones |
| Phosphorous | This non-metallic element is good for boosting energy levels. Builds bones. Helps nerve and muscle function. |
| Potassium | Important in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in the body, as well as enabling muscle contractions and nerve impulses. |
| Magnesium | Aids muscle contraction and bone growth |
| Sodium | Sodium is crucial for maintaining the health of every cell in the human system |
| Zinc | Promotes a healthy immune system and many aspects of digestion and metabolism |
| Copper | Copper, a mineral, is necessary (along with iron) for the formation of haemoglobin. It also helps keep bones, blood vessels, and nerves healthy. |
| Calcium | Good for strong bones and teeth |
| Iron | Improves concentration and also toughens bones |
| Manganese | This mineral has been found to improve blood sugar levels among diabetes sufferers |
