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Seafood health facts

Seafood is the best natural source of Omega-3 fatty acids. Studies based on information supplied by the American Health Foundation indicates that regularly eating small amounts of Omega-3 fatty acids has a beneficial effect by reducing blood pressure and reducing the risk of heart disease. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, one serving of fatty fish per week can reduce the risk of cardiac arrest by 50 to 70 percent.

Seafood is good for ALL of you

The role of proteins, minerals, vitamins and Omega-3 fatty acids found in seafood -

• Brain
Reduces the risk of a stroke
May reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease
May reduce the incidence of depression
Aids in infant neurodevelopment and the building of brain tissue

• Digestion
May help relieve symptoms of ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease

• Eyes
Contributes to vision development
Contributes to nerve growth in the retina
May reduce symptoms of dry eye syndrome

• Heart
Reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease
Decreases blood pressure slightly
Decreases risk of heart arrhythmias
Decreases heart triglyceride levels
Improves circulation
Inreases HDL (good) Cholesterol

• Joints
May help relieve symptoms and inflamation caused by rheumatoid arthritis

• Lungs
May help reduce symptoms of asthma and bronchitis and reduce the risk for cronic obstructive pulmonary disease

• Muscles
Helps build muscles and tissue

• Skin
May help relieve symptoms of psoriasis and eczema. May also ease the effect of aging and sun damage

Prawns

Serving prawns has become one of the most gourmet fashions. And, fortunately, apart from the seafood health benefits mentioned above which especially apply to prawns, they also are low in sodium.

Prawns and shrimps are big business, too. It is one of the fastest growing frozen food sectors in the industry. People all around the world are viewing this delicious dish as the perfect health alternative.