foods - shellfish

What you need to know

Not suitable for vegans.

All shellfish are useful for disorders of the Digestive System, the Reproductive System and the Heart and Circulatory System. Shellfish can be divided into crustaceans (crabs, prawns, shrimps, crayfish, lobsters) and molluscs (clams, scallops, oysters, cockles, mussels etc).

Good for convalescence, pregnancy, joint disease, PMS, rheumatism, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, psoriasis, inflammatory diseases, heart protection and weight control.

What does this food contain?

Shellfish are wonderful sources of protein, B vitamins, Iron , selenium and zinc. Molluscs are the richest source of vitamin A and Iron. All shellfish are rich in B vitamins and iodine and virtually fat free making them ideal for everybody, especially slimmers.

Nutrients

• Protein
• B Vitamins
• Iron
• Zinc
• Selenium
• Vitamin D
• Vitamin A
• Vitamin E
• Omega 3 oils

Other Information

The high levels of zinc are the secret to the aphrodisiac effect of shellfish. The high selenium levels are protective against heart disease and prostate cancer.