Seafood is
nutrient-rich, serves as a good source of protein, vitamins and minerals and is
rich in omega-3 fatty acids and in the reduction of common diseases. Seafood
also provides essential nutrients for developing infants and children.
Sea Food Nutrients
Calories and Protein
Sea foods are generally
considered to be low calorie protein source. It contains essential amino acids
assure to healthy growth and optimal fetal development. It is assumed that 3 ounce of sea food will
provide 30-40% of the average daily recommended amount of protein.
Fat and Cholesterol
Sea
foods are very low in fat. Eating sea
foods doesn’t cause any extra and unwanted fat in our body. Scientific evidence
suggests that the marine-derived omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid
(EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) helps in reducing the risk of heart
disease and contribute to brain and vision development in infants. Almost all
fish and shellfish contain well under 100 mg of cholesterol per 3-ounce cooked
serving, and many of the leaner types of fish have less than 60 mg.
Vitamins and Minerals
Fish contain B-complex
vitamins, vitamin D and vitamin especially oil fish. It is a good source of selenium,
zinc, iodine and iron. Selenium protects against cell damage and help to
counter the negative effects of mercury
Benefits of Eating Sea Foods
- · Provides essential nutrients
- · Promotes heart health
- · Good for your joints
- · Maintains eyesight
- · Good skin
- · Boosts brainpower
- · Fights against depression
- · Pregnancy benefits
- · Improves immune function
- · Increases Eye power
So as you embark on yet
another crawfish boil or fish fry, know that the seafood you’re consuming will
yield many benefits!