Seafood really is the perfect
way to eat yourself healthy. Experts at the British Nutrition
Foundation say we should be eating at least two portions of
seafood every week, at least one of which should be oil-rich.
Seafood is good for every part of your body - from head to
toe. Check out the following list to find out exactly what
parts of your body will benefit from eating seafood.
Heart
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Oil-rich fish contains Omega 3 fatty acids, a type
of polyunsaturated fat that has a lowering effect on blood
cholesterol levels. Omega 3 protects the heart and circulation
and can reduce the risk of heart disease.
- Vitamin E an antioxidant found in shellfish, aids
the formation and use of red blood cells
Muscle
- All seafood is packed with protein, essential for
the growth and maintenance of muscles and body tissues
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Oil-rich fish has lots of Vitamin D, necessary for
strong bones and teeth
- Omega 3 in oil-rich fish can ease the symptoms
of arthritis
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Shellfish has vitamin E, whcih helps towards the
development of muscles
Love-life
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Seafood could be good for your love life! The high
amount of zinc found in shellfish, especially oysters, is
reputed to act as an aphrodisiac.
Brain
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seafood contains vitamin B6 which helps build up
healthy nerve tissues essential for the brain to communicate
to the rest of the body
- Omega 3 in oil-rich fish is particularly important
in the development of babies brains
Eyes
- Omega 3 oils, found in oil-rich fish, have been
shown to protect the retina - the light sensitive part of
the eye - which is important during babies development
Metabolism
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Oil-rich fish also contains iodine, essential for
producing thyroxine, which regulates the body's metabolism
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