Boxing food rankings
Mackerel: how it ranks for boxers
The best form of mackerel here is flesh only, raw. It ranks 455 of 2,591 foods all-round, with 31% of its calories from protein. Top-scoring entry: Mackerel (flesh only, raw). All-round (Super) 11.5, rank 455/2,591. %Protein per kcal 31, Nutrient Density 40, estimated Satiety 65, energy density 2.33 kcal/g.
Every form of mackerel, ranked
| Preparation | All-Round Nutrition | Making Weight | % Protein/kcal | Nutrients | Fullness | Carbs | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| flesh only, raw | 11.5 | 20.9 | 31% | 40 | 65 | 0g | 239 |
| flesh only, grilled | 10.8 | 18.5 | 29% | 43 | 62 | 0g | 293 |
| flesh only, smoked | 9.2 | 17.8 | 28% | 38 | 61 | 0g | 314 |
Carbs and calories are per 100 g. Part of the Fish and fish products group. Scores from the UK Government CoFID 2021 dataset.
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Common questions
Is mackerel good for boxers?
On an all-round basis (12 out of 100), mackerel ranks 455 of 2,591 foods. Its best form here is flesh only, raw, with 31% of its calories from protein, a nutrient-density score of 40 and an estimated fullness of 65.
How is mackerel scored?
Scores come from the UK Government CoFID 2021 dataset. The all-round score combines protein per calorie, nutrient density and estimated satiety. Satiety is modelled from the drivers of fullness, not measured directly.
General information for boxers, not medical or dietary advice. For a plan built around you, speak to a registered dietitian or your GP. Food data from the UK Government CoFID 2021 dataset, used under the Open Government Licence.
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