The heart is the organ that most benefit from eating shellfish.

The heart is the organ that most benefit from eating shellfish. Studies have shown that Men who eat shellfish and shrimp at least 1 time a week, significantly reduce the risk of death from sudden cardiac arrest. Another study showed that subjects who ate 280 grams of shellfish daily for three weeks had shown a decrease in triglyceride levels, or blood fats that could clog blood vessels. One reason is that lobsters, shrimp, and mollusks (oysters, shellfish, and mussels) contain omega 3 fatty acids, which are useful in controlling blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Among the shellfish animals, shellfish, oysters, and crabs that most contain these fatty acids. Shellfish are also rich in proteins needed for growth and maintenance of tissue, calcium needed bones, and zinc that are associated with prostate health, as well as iron to produce red blood cells, and B vitamins that are good for the brain. Shellfish is also relatively low in sodium and calories, so it does not increase blood pressure and weight.