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Often Causes Allergies, Turns Out These are 8 Benefits of Shrimp for Health

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Kapanlagi.com - Shrimp is one of the seafood that has many fans, but shrimp is also one of the seafood that causes many people to have allergies. However, despite that, shrimp actually has many benefits for body health.

Maybe for people with high cholesterol levels, they have to be careful in consuming shrimp. But for people with normal cholesterol levels, shrimp is very good and has many health benefits. Although the shrimp should not be consumed in large quantities, KLovers. It must still be consumed in the right portion.

What are the benefits of shrimp for health? Reported from various sources, here are 8 benefits of shrimp for health that you must know. Let's check them out right away, KLovers.

 

1. Increasing Energy

The first benefit of shrimp is that it can increase energy for the body. Fatigue and feeling weak are indications of low levels of iron in the body. Shrimp is very rich in iron content. So by consuming seafood, the intake of iron, which is an important nutrient in energy formation, will be fulfilled.

The energy obtained will also not be excessive, because the calories it contains are not high. So shrimp is very good to consume for breakfast or lunch, so that the body gets enough energy for daily activities.

 

2. Strengthening Bones

Bones are one of the important parts of the body that always need to be nourished. In addition to consuming milk, you can also strengthen your bones by consuming shrimp. This is because shrimp contains calcium and phosphorus. Both of these contents will work together to form strong bones and teeth.

When consuming shrimp, it is recommended to eat it with the skin, KLovers. This is because shrimp skin contains glucosamine which is beneficial for helping the formation of cartilage in bone joints. Thinning or damage to cartilage will cause severe pain in the joints, commonly known as calcification.

 

3. Preventing Cancer

It turns out that shrimp is also very good for preventing cancer. Cancer is indeed one of the dangerous diseases for the body, and this disease occurs due to many factors. And one of them is an unhealthy lifestyle. And to live a healthy lifestyle, you can consume shrimp. That's because the selenium content in shrimp is associated with various types of cancer, especially prostate cancer.

In addition, the zinc content in shrimp can slow down the growth of prostate cancer cells. The intake of zinc needed by the body is relatively small, which is 10-15 mg per day. By eating shrimp, the body's need for this substance will be fulfilled.

Research has shown that the combination of sulforaphane and selenium increases the body's immunity to cancer by 13 times. Foods rich in sulforaphane include broccoli, cabbage, and other crossbred vegetables. In addition to preventing cancer, selenium can also enhance the body's resistance to diseases and infections.

 

4. Preventing Anemia

If you have anemia problems, you can overcome this problem by using the benefits of black glutinous rice. Anemia itself is one of the diseases caused by a lack of red blood cells, or red blood cells that do not function in the body.

Because of this, it causes reduced oxygen flow to the organs. This makes a person easily tired, pale, short of breath, dizzy, lightheaded, or fast heartbeat. And in this case, you can overcome anemia problems by using the benefits of shrimp.

Shrimp contains 21% vitamin B12, which is a supporting nutrient for the production of red blood cells, so it can help prevent anemia. Vitamin B12 also helps in the production of DNA, the genetic material found in every cell. This will make the metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats in the body's cells run smoothly.

 

5. Burn Fat

Who says shrimp makes you fat? In fact, shrimp can help with weight loss, KLovers. Vitamin B3 or Niacin contained in shrimp can help process fats, carbohydrates, and proteins into energy in the body. Niacin also functions to maintain skin health and prevent scaly skin.

Not only that, shrimp is very rich in protein and vitamin D, with little carbohydrates. With this nutritional composition, shrimp can be an option for you if you are on a diet to lose weight. In fact, the high zinc content can increase leptin levels. Leptin itself is a hormone that can help prevent excessive food consumption.

 

6. Boosting Mood

Not only chocolate, shrimp can also boost mood in the body. Just like fish, shrimp also contains essential fatty acids, omega 3. In fact, a study has shown that omega 3 in shrimp can provide strong protection against depression and help improve mood. In addition, omega 3 can also enhance brain intelligence.

 

7. Preventing Premature Aging

Not only for health, it turns out that the benefits of shrimp are also very good in preventing premature aging. Yup! Consuming shrimp is very good for your skin health. This is because one of the shrimp's contents is a carotenoid called astaxanthin.

This carotenoid has antioxidant effects and can help reduce signs of aging caused by ultraviolet A (UVA) rays and sunlight. Without protection, sunlight and UVA can cause various skin problems, ranging from black spots, wrinkles, to sunburn. So by consuming shrimp, we can protect our skin health from sun exposure.

 

8. Maintaining Brain Health

And the last benefit of shrimp is that it can maintain brain health. Regularly consuming seafood can actually maintain your brain health, KLovers. This is because the iron content in shrimp is needed for hemoglobin production, which plays a role in binding oxygen. Optimal hemoglobin production can help facilitate oxygen flow in the body, including to the brain.

Sufficient oxygen in the brain can improve memory and concentration, as well as comprehension ability. Astaxanthin in shrimp is also reported to be beneficial in improving memory, brain cell resilience, and reducing the risk of brain inflammation. So your brain can be well-nourished by consuming shrimp regularly and in the right amount.

Those are the 8 benefits of shrimp for your body's health, and it's really important to know. However, not everyone can consume shrimp regularly, especially for those with high cholesterol levels, they need to be cautious in consuming shrimp. And it's recommended to consult with a doctor first.

 

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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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