One of the catch of the fishermen is the Shrimp which is one of the many marine wealth found in Indonesia. In addition to be consumed into side dishes, shrimp are also consumed as other food ingredients, for example terasi and crackers. In addition to delicious, about what are the benefits and nutritional content of shrimp,
One of the benefits of eating shrimp is its protein content which includes low fat. In 3 ounces (about 15 to 16 large shrimp) contains 101 calories, 19 grams of protein and only 1.4 grams of total fat. In the shrimp meat also presented the content of calcium, potassium and phosphorus which is a source of vitamins A and E good for the body.
In addition, fat in shrimp is a good source of unsaturated fat for the body. Unsaturated fats can help increase good cholesterol levels in the blood. Similar to fish, shrimp is also a source of seafood that contains omega 3 fatty acids. Natural omega 3 fats are known to reduce inflammation and the risk of heart disease, as long as it does not consume excessive.
