Benefits of Sea Foods
Benefits of Sea Foods
By Okunlola Christiana Omolola
Seafood encompasses all types of marine life regarded as food by humans, notably including fish and shellfish such as oysters, mussels, and shrimp. It serves as a rich source of high-quality protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential vitamins and minerals.
Types of seafood
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Fish:
Includes both bony fish (like salmon and cod) and cartilage fish (like sharks and skates).
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Shellfish:A broad category that includes:
- Crustaceans: Shrimp, crabs, lobsters, prawns, and crayfish.
- Mollusks: Clams, oysters, mussels, scallops, squid, and octopus.
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Other marine life:In some regions, seafood also includes sea creatures like sea urchins and sea cucumbers, and even some sea plants like seaweed.Nutritional benefits
- High-quality protein: Important for muscle growth and repair.
- Omega-3 fatty acids: Beneficial for heart and brain health.
- Vitamins and minerals: A good source of nutrients like vitamin D, selenium, zinc, and iron.
- Low in saturated fat: Many types of seafood are a healthy choice because they are low in fat.
- High-quality protein: Important for muscle growth and repair.
