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Nutritional benefits of seafood and shellfish

Overview

Nutrition experts and clinical studies have highlighted the significant health benefits of consuming shellfish and various seafood as part of a healthy diet, such as the Mediterranean diet.

Initial reports emphasize that shellfish are nutrient-dense, providing high-quality protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential minerals like zinc, iron, and selenium. Experts suggest that shellfish are suitable for weight management and cholesterol-friendly diets. Specific dietary strategies were recommended to manage cholesterol, such as increasing intake of plant sterols and avoiding hydrogenated oils.

Subsequent details focus on the specific advantages of clams and mussels, noting that mussels hold a record for high zinc concentration and clams provide readily absorbed iron. These foods are credited with supporting nervous-system health, reducing inflammation, and protecting vascular elasticity. Further analysis expands the scope to include sardines, noting their high concentrations of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids, which may assist in brain function, bone health, and the management of mood disorders.

Entities

KBC Zagreb · Serbia · Darija Vranešić Bender · Mussels (kamenice) · Zagreb

Timeline

  1. 27 days ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Nutritional benefits of seafood and shellfish

    Seafood such as sardines, oysters, and mussels provide essential nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and vitamins, supporting heart, brain, and bone health.

  2. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Mediterranean shellfish highlighted for high zinc, iron and omega‑3 content

    Clams and mussels offer top zinc, iron, B12 and omega‑3 levels, supporting immunity, heart health and weight management, making them ideal weekly Mediterranean foods.

  3. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 4 sources
    Nutrition experts advocate shellfish benefits and cholesterol‑friendly diet

    Nutritionists Darija Vranešić Bender and Svetlana Stanišić highlight shellfish’s low‑calorie, high‑nutrient profile and advise cholesterol‑friendly strategies like oats, legumes, nuts, and avoiding margarine.

Sources

dalmatinskiportal.hr · espreso.co.rs · Metro-portal.hr · metro-portal.hr · mondo.rs · ordinacija.vecernji.hr · pixhawk.org · srbijadanas.com