How are you, dear readers? I've been a little away from the page because of problems with the computer and the time I have to sit down and write a little, today I want to explain a little about sushi and how well it makes our body consume it, I know that many people They do not like it, it's understandable, rather I was like that, I did not like or care about eating raw fish, but at one point in my life I needed to raise my omega three levels and I had to eat fish in all the existing presentations. And that's how I went about researching and tasting sushi.
For years, sushi is one of the most popular dishes in the world. Its origin is Japanese and as main ingredient uses rice seasoned with vinegar and garnished with fish, seafood, raw or boiled vegetables, fried or marinated.
Although it is generally associated with a preparation of rice and raw fish, there are very varied preparations and ways of cooking it. As a consequence of its internationalization, finding the ingredients in the market is very simple. But do you know their nutritional contributions?
Why is it good to eat sushi?
These are the main reasons:
It is a low calorie food, reduced fat value and high protein content. The ingredients can be varied to make it more interesting to the palate.
It is typically prepared in small portions, about the size of a bite and can take various forms.
Fresh fish without cooking and vinegary rice are easily digested.
The nori, which are the sheets of dried seaweed, is a fat-free food and contains vitamins such as A and B, as well as a high level of iodine, which is an essential trace element that helps prevent hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.
The vegetables used are also rich in vitamins and provide fiber. In general, this combination makes sushi a complete meal.
- Fish is low in fat and has a valuable supply of vitamins and minerals, as well as trans fat free fatty acids (Omega 3 and 6), essential in the development and functioning of cells and tissues, also indicated to promote circulation, heart and digestion. Tuna and salmon are among the healthiest fish.
For its adequate consumption there are also several recommendations: avoid using metal cutlery because they alter its flavor; ingest it at room temperature because the cold lowers the natural intensity of the flavors; Remember that Japanese soy sauce is sweeter than Chinese, do not eat too much.
In addition to a great nutritional contribution, sushi is a very aesthetic food that requires patience and meticulousness to enhance the presentation details. The idea is to enhance the beauty of each element without altering its simplicity. So enjoy a healthy well-presented dish!
And among the reasons I mentioned there are several benefits that I will gladly explain to you:
Protects cardiovascular health: The most sought after benefit of sushi is access to omega-3 fatty acids in the form of fish, such as salmon. HDL cholesterol helps balance and eliminate LDL cholesterol from the body. Balanced cholesterol levels prevent clogged arteries and other problems such as heart attacks, strokes, or atherosclerosis. The best types of fish from sushi include herring, lake trout, tuna and salmon.
Maintains hormonal balance: The seaweed wrap used in sushi has many benefits. Known as nori in Japanese, it is rich in iodine, which is an essential element for the control and regulation of our endocrine system, especially of the thyroid gland, avoiding chronic disorders.
Accelerates the metabolism: The fish in sushi is rich in protein, noted for its low caloric content and its reduced fat value. Vinegar (prepared from sushi rice) is also important for cell metabolism.
Prevents cancer: Wasabi and ginger, the condiments that accompany sushi, have antimutagenic and anticancer properties due to their antioxidant compounds, which neutralize free radicals. Also, many varieties of fish are rich in selenium, which is a mineral that has anticancer properties.Improved circulation: Sushi fish and soy sauce are rich in iron, which plays an integral role in the production of red blood cells, which improve circulation in all parts of the body, stimulate hair growth and improve the health of the skin, accelerating the healing process of tissues and cells.
I really hope you liked this post, sushi has many advantages, and you have to know how to use it, and obviously you have to have a good hygiene when preparing it and be aware that it is a good quality fish, you can use the rest recipes on the internet to be able to cook these delicacies.
We read to you soon friends, thank you very much for your attention.