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Fish and shellfish are filled with nutrients and are an excellent source of high quality proteins, vitamins and minerals. However it is their high content of omega 3 fatty acids that is primarily responsible for many of their unique health benefits. Scientists now know that fish consumption can lower the risk of many cancers, particularly breast, prostate, colon and lung cancer as well as many chronic diseases including Alzheimer disease, asthma, depression, diabetes, high blood pressure, macular degeneration, multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis. Fish and seafood are rich in Potassium, Selenium (mineral), Vitamin B12, Phosphorus (mineral), Copper, Omega 3 fatty acids. Here are some of their benefits. Phosphorous is a highly essential mineral. Placed second to calcium in total body content, Phosphorus is identified as Calcium Phosphate Crystals in bones and teeth. Phosphorus also helps with energy metabolism, DNA synthesis and calcium absorption and utilization. It can be found in Tuna, Lobster… Potassium is an electrolyte, a mineral salt that can conduct electricity when it is dissolved in water. Potassium helps in the maintenance of kidney, adrenal, muscle and nerve cell function, water balance and distribution, acid base balance, heart function. It can be found in Snapper, Mahi Mahi, scallops…… Copper is an important factor in the manufacture of hemoglobin; collagen structures, particularly joints and arteries and energy. It helps fight fatigue, anemia, elevated cholesterol level, atherosclerosis and boosts immune system and wound healing. It can be found in Lobster, Oysters… Selenium can help lower the risk of cancer, cardiovascular, inflammatory diseases and can also help with premature aging and cataract formation. It is found in Mahi Mahi, Sea bass, Snapper, Salmon… Zinc is necessary for the maintenance of taste, vision and smell and plays a large role in male sperm count. It helps the healing of wound, of infection, of skin disorders. Found in high contents in Oysters. Vitamin B 12 helps in nerve and mental functions, depression, mental confusion, anemia. It is found in Oyster, Sardine, Trout, Salmon, Scallops, Sword fish, Halibut… Omega 3 fatty acids are getting a tremendous acceptance nowadays as a vital complement of good health. It is found in salmon, mackerel, herring, halibut, scallops, oysters……. in large quantities contrary to domestic beef which contains undetectable amounts. |
