Oysters (Eastern Raw)
Fish & Seafood · 9 specs
Direct Answer
Eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica) are bivalve mollusks containing the highest concentration of dietary zinc of any food on Earth. Per 100g raw, they provide 51 kcal, 5.71g protein, 1.71g fat, 2.72g glycogen carbs, and an astonishing 16.6mg zinc (151% DV).
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 174219) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Energy / Calories | 51 kcal |
| Protein | 5.71 g |
| Total Fat | 1.71 g |
| Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) | 410 mg |
| Saturated Fat | 0.33 g |
| Cholesterol | 38.0 mg |
| Mercury Level | Extremely Low (< 0.01 PPM) |
| Potassium | 156 mg |
| USDA Safe Internal Temp | 63°C (145°F) for cooked oysters |
World Record Zinc & Vitamin B12 Density
A 100g serving of raw oysters delivers over 150% of the daily zinc requirement (critical for testosterone synthesis and immune function) alongside 16µg of vitamin B12 (670% DV).
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