Diet and nutrition are channels through which it is possible to decide in which direction our health should go. A great help in this regard, is given by the knowledge of foods and adequate consumption, learning to detect contraindications and benefits. For example, for pasta and desserts, very few choose this little-known flour but it is a natural killer of bad cholesterol. Likewise, fish is invaluable in maintaining adequate levels of blood pressure, brain and bone health. What we will see is a fish considered to be of a lower level but in reality, as also reported on the pages of Humanitas, it boasts countless advantages.
Conscious consumption and prevention
We often tend to assume that certain foods are more or less healthy, based simply on what we hear. Just think of fiber: many take it for digestion and cholesterol without knowing that it could be terrible for the bones. Therefore, before embarking on new diets, it would always be good to seek the advice of an expert.
The fish we will discuss belongs to the Engraulidae family, but we will surely all know it as anchovy, or anchovy. This fish has no seasonality and, therefore, can be easily found all year round from the Mediterranean to the Adriatic. The nutritional properties are extraordinary thanks to the abundance of omega 3, proteins and fatty acids. They also favor various metabolic reactions through moderate amounts of vitamin B and riboflavin, but it does not end there.
This poor heart ally fish could have astounding effects on bones and teeth
The potential effects of the composition of anchovies on heart health depend on the substances mentioned so far. But, in reality, this poor heart ally fish could have astounding effects on bones and teeth thanks to its mineral wealth. Selenium, sodium, zinc and the abundant quantities of calcium, potassium and phosphorus all contribute to strengthening bone and teeth structure. Furthermore, again thanks to phosphorus, anchovies are also useful for kidney health, while selenium acts as a natural antioxidant.
Always the opinion of an expert
Who would have thought that such a small fish could have all these qualities? However, while not particularly caloric, anchovies could have troublesome cholesterol levels for some. Furthermore, they are not recommended in case of taking MAO inhibitor drugs. Therefore, it is always a good idea to vary your diet as much as possible but, if we are subject to certain conditions, we should always consult a doctor.
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