Shrimps – a nutritional perspective
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This article presents the nutritional value of shrimp on the strength of its nutrient composition and daily value (DV%). With its relatively lower lipid content (~ 1%), the DV (%) of 100 g shrimp for an adult human is 75%, 70% and 35% for eicosapentanoic acid + docosahexanoic acid, essential amino acids (methionine, tryptophan and lysine) and protein respectively. The lower atherogenic (0.36) and thrombogenic (0.29) indices of shrimp show its cardio-protective nature. The controversy relating to shrimp cholesterol and the overall health benefits of eating shrimp are discussed to indicate that shrimp should be a regular item in the diet of normolipidemic peoples.
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