Sea cucumbers are echinoderms from class Holothuroidea, marine animals with leathery skin and elongated bodies resembling the cucumber fruit. They live in the ocean floor and are harvested for food and for healing. Fresh sea cucumber is a great source of protein and can be boiled, dried or smoked and used in a variety of dishes.
It contains anti-inflammatory compounds, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C, minerals calcium, iron, magnesium and zinc , saponins and other phytochemicals.
It is a rich source of chondroitin sulfate which supports bone health. Sea cucumbers are traditionally used to treat a number of health issues including fatigue, weakness, impotence, constipation, frequent urination, viruses and joint pains.
These univalves with small holes running in one side of the shell seem useless after the flesh have been extracted. After cleaning and crafting, priceless artworks are created, valuable pieces produced and practical items assembled.
The inner lining is composed of transparent calcium carbonate crystals. The crystals emit iridescent colors when light shines on them. One can find them shimmering as jewelries, headdress and hairpieces, glistening inlays on jewelry boxes, cases, chests, eyepieces, fans, bags, furniture.
They even adorn idols, incense burners, jars, ceramic and metal wares. They even look at you while you are framing yourself in the mirror and photos or while looking at your timepiece. You might have even dined without noticing that they are in your tea set and crockery.
Seafood as a whole food is highly nutritious. There are benefits to human health associated with seafood consumption studies examining dietary habits revealed.
It offers superior macronutrients in the ideal form of lean proteins combined with healthy omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 LC-PUFAs), and a wide array of highly bioavailable micronutrients.
In addition, seafood is an excellent source of various nutrients, such as protein, amino acids, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. This review focuses on the components derived from seafood and examines its significant role in maintaining and promoting health.
Seaweed is a famous delicacy in some parts of Asia and a well-known source of important food hydrocolloids, such as agar, alginates, and carrageenan.
In addition to the food value of seaweed, several health benefits have also been reported to be present in this valuable food source. Among the functional effects of the seaweed, nutritional and health-related benefits have been widely studied.
Compared to terrestrial plants and animal-based foods, seaweed is rich in health-promoting molecules and materials such as dietary fiber, ω-3 fatty acids, essential amino acids, and vitamins A, B, C, and E.
Sea cucumbers are echinoderms from class Holothuroidea, marine animals with leathery skin and elongated bodies resembling the cucumber fruit.
After cleaning and crafting, priceless artworks are created, valuable pieces produced and practical items assembled.
There are benefits to human health associated with seafood consumption studies examining dietary habits revealed.
Seaweed is a famous delicacy in some parts of Asia and a well-known source of important food hydrocolloids, such as agar, alginates, and carrageenan.