Shrimp and prawns have high nutritive value. Both are sources of iodine, calcium, proteins and other nutrients. Both shrimp and prawns are popular worldwide in a variety of cuisines. Prawns and shrimp are among the most popular types of seafood. The meat has a sweet, delicate flavor and is considered to be a healthy diet choice . They are a rich source of calcium, protein and antioxidants like selenium.
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Taking a Look at Sustainable Seafood Practices – Guilt-free Cod
Sunday, June 7th, 2009Cod are a species of whitefish, from the family Gadidae. They can be found in the cold, cool waters off the coasts of the Atlantic and the Pacific, specifically, in the Artco-Norwegian region, the North Sea, the waters around Alaska, and in the waters of the north Atlantic surrounding the UK. Cod is a moist and flaky whitefish that is low in fatty oils and high in protein, making it an exceptionally healthy part of any meal. The popular English platter, fish and chips, uses cod as the main ingredient. Portugal and parts of the Basque Country prize the fish an it is considered a heritage food, playing a large part in many of the nation’s traditional recipes. The fish, with its mild flavor and delicate white flesh is so popular that it is being overfished in many regions, leading to huge depletion in cod population. Cod sustainability, therefore, is becoming increasingly important.
Kid-Friendly Ideas For Serving Seafood
Friday, May 15th, 2009Health-conscious consumers don’t need to sacrifice the flavor and presentation that they love just because they follow low-fat, low-calorie diets. Fresh, frozen, and prepackaged canned or pouched Alaska seafood is both rich in protein, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids, as well as flavorful and diverse. Here are a few ideas for ways to infused your children’s diets with hearty doses of Alaska seafood – getting them to love seafood early on will make your time in the kitchen easier, and be beneficial for them in the long term.
Good Seafood Never Goes Out of Style
Monday, May 11th, 2009One of the most pressing issues that faces families in today’s world is not where to live, or where to send their kids to school or camp, but what to do when it comes time to make a run to the supermarket. While seemingly simple, this task can prove increasingly difficult to families who are concerned with eating a healthy and balanced diet. What foods contain what harmful preservatives? What brand of milk is the easiest to digest for a young child? What type of meat has the most protein but the least amount of harmful fats? This list of questions can continue on and on, and can leave many a parent’s head spinning right there in the produce aisle.