Squid, Favorite Seafood, Rich Benefits
Squid becomes one of the favorite menu of seafood lovers. The meat is chewy and tasty not only intriguing, it turns out the squid also has a fairly complete nutritional content. Launched from Hello Sehat, the following benefits of squid for health.
• Lowerscholesterol
Raw squid has a very low total fat and calorie content. Every 100 grams of squid contains only 1.2 grams of total fat, but only 0.5 grams of which is saturated fat. The content of healthy fats on these squid helps reduce high cholesterol by raising good cholesterol (HDL), and maintaining cardiovascular health (heart and blood vessels).
In addition, unsaturated fats serve as a good source of energy for the body. Unsaturated fats also help the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins, such as vitamins A, D, E and K.
• Build Muscles
Squid is a good source of protein. Every 100 grams of squid provides 16 grams of protein, or about 30 percent of the daily intake required by an adult male. This protein is needed by the body in building healthy muscles, but it is also important for diet because it helps control appetite. The body processes the protein slowly so that the stomach will feel full longer.
• Meet Vitamin Needs
Another squid benefit is meeting the daily vitamin and mineral requirements of the body. Every 100 grams of squid contains at least 10 mcg of vitamin A, 56 mcg of vitamin B6, 1.3 mcg of vitamin B12, 4,7 mg of vitamin C, and 1,2 mg of vitamin E. In addition to these vitamins, among others, 32 mg calcium, 680 mcg of iron, 33 mg magnesium, and 44 mg sodium per 100 grams of squid. These vitamins and minerals play an important role in the development of the body.
• Low Mercury Content
The safety of sea food has always been a concern for many people because of the danger of mercury hiding behind it. Mercury has long been known to have adverse effects on the nervous system of the body. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) report, mercury content in squid is low and not at harmful levels so it is safe for consumption.
Although it has many benefits and is safe for health, you should still limit the amount of squid consumption. Eating the wrong squid can affect your cholesterol level.
Editor: Deasy Mayasari
Translator: Herry