Prawn

Prawn


Scientific Name: Penaeus monodon (Penaeidae)





Shrimp Fish are the most popular shellfish in the world. Crustaceans (Crayfish, Prawn, Shrimp, Lobster) are a class of arthropods which characteristically have segmented bodies and are one of two (2) main classifications of shellfish.

Classifications of Shellfish
• Crustaceans
• Mollusks




Prawns

Difference between Shrimp and Prawns


• Both are crustaceans and look very similar in appearance, but are different species.

Prawn Fish are bigger than Shrimp. There are also species that are as big or bigger than Prawn Fish, but they are called jumbo Shrimp.












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Its Active Constituents:

Prawn Fish is excellent in Cholesterol.

Prawn Fish is very good in Protein, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Copper.

Prawn Fish has average trace of Sodium.




Health Benefits of Prawn Fish



Anti-Aging

Anti-Aging


Prawn Fish Protein content positive biological properties (such as Anti-Inflammatory and anti-oxidants) inhibits Protein oxidation.




Foods & Bones

Bones

Bones


Prawn Fish are very rich source of Calcium, thus very good for teeth and Bones.

• Its Protein content stimulates the production and activity of insulin-like growth factor-1 that stimulates Bone formation and the regulation of Bone Metabolism.




Foods & Bones

Cancer Prevention

Cancer & Tumor Prevention





Foods & Cancer

Cardiovascular System

Cardiovascular System


Prawn Fish is a rich source of omega 3 Fatty acids which is very good for heart as it helps in widening of lumen of The Arteries by removing bad Cholesterol from the inner walls of The Arteries and reducing the blood pressure.

• They are rich source of Vitamin B12 (very useful for good for cardiac health and also is needed by arteries and veins to work properly).




Foods & Cardiovascular System

Circulatory System

Circulatory System


Hemoglobin (Protein constituted) ensures a passage of oxygen in the red blood cells and very important for the molecular transportation and storage of various substances across the cell membranes (smooth flow of blood and nourishment of the body’s cells, tissues and muscles).




Foods & Circulatory System

Detoxification

Detoxification


Prawn Fish Proteins have osmosis effect, thus capable of balancing and regulating body Fluids which in-turn assists in muscles and nerve cells functioning.




Foods & Detoxification

Digestive System

Digestive System


Prawn Fish Protein digestion is extremely important for the absorption of Amino Acids in the body as pepsin (enzymes activated by the gastric juices) start the digestion of Proteins in The Stomach and completes it in the small intestine together with the absorption of peptides and Amino Acids in the bloodstream.




Foods & Digestive System

Energy

Energy


Prawn Fish Proteins are a major source of Energy and its Vitamin B12 helps maintain Energy levels by benefiting your Metabolism because it’s needed to convert Carbohydrates into usable glucose in the body.




Foods & Energy

Hair

Hair


Prawn Fish Vitamin B12 content is essential for healthy Skin, Hair and nails because it plays a major part in cell reproduction.




Foods & Hair

Immune System

Immune System


Prawn Fish are rich source of Selenium which helps to prevent the growth of Cancer cells in the body thus it helps in preventing Cancers in the body.

• Its Proteins are a source of peptides having positive biological properties (such as Anti-hypertensive, Anti-Inflammatory, opioid, Calcium-binding, anti-bacterial and anti-oxidants).

• A good intake lowers homocysteine levels.

homocysteine is an Amino Acids believed to cause cardiovascular disease, mood disorders, Depression, Schizophrenia and even Alzheimer’s Disease.




Foods & Immune System

Infections

Infections


Prawn Fish Selenium content helps to heal Wounds and protects the cells.




Foods & Infections

The Liver

The Liver


• Adequate Protein consumption may reduce the risk of hyperammonemia as it increases the function of the enzymes involved in the urea cycle and also inhibit Protein malabsorption due to enteropathy in portal Hypertension.




Foods & The Liver

Metabolism

Metabolism


• They are good sources of B-complex Vitamins which helps to turn the food you eat into Energy.

Amino Acids are the central units in Protein Metabolism which is incorporated into various Proteins and converted to metabolically essential compounds (such as nucleic acids, creatine, and porphyrins).




Foods & Metabolism

Musculoskeletal System

Musculoskeletal System


Prawn Fish is a very good source of Proteins (the building blocks of the body), which helps to repair any damage that has been done to the body like an injury.

• Its high-quality Protein makes it essential for maintaining and repairing tissue, organs and muscles.

• Its Proteins are present in the muscle tissues in the form of many microfilaments and provide muscle structure, thus play an important role in muscle contraction and coordination.




Foods & Musculoskeletal System

Oral & Dental

Oral & Dental





Foods & Dental

Reproductive Health

Reproductive Health





Foods & Reproductive Health

Respiratory System

Respiratory System





Foods & Respiratory System

Skin Health

Skin Health


Prawn Fish is a very good source of Vitamin E, which is used for Skin Health, treating various Skin diseases and also gives a glow to the Skin.

Collagen (an important and abundant fibrous/structured Protein) provides much needed strength to the cells, tissues, and organ (such as Skin), thereby revitalizing/repairing/reconditioning the Skin from constant wear and tear.




Foods & Skin Health

The Brain & Nervous System

The Brain & Nervous System


Prawn Fish contain omega 3 fatty acids which is also helpful in fighting against diseases like Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease.

• Its rich source of Vitamin B12 (very useful for memory alertness).

• Several Protein complexes form receptor which are present in the Nervous System, assisting in the transmission of nerve signals within the cells and regulate the central Nervous System.




Foods & Nervous System

Weight Management

Weight Management


Prawn Fish is very rich in Proteins yet very low on fats and calories which makes them an ideal food for those who want to loose weight.

• Its Protein content promotes satiety.




Foods & Weight Management








The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of Prawns


The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)

(per 100g) of

Prawns



Best Rated For:

Water (g) – 74.33 (-)
0.00%
Energy (2,000.21 Kcal) – 99 (Trace)
4.95%
Protein (90.56g) – 23.98 (Rich)
26.48%
Total Fat (53.27g) – 0.28 (Trace)
0.53%
Ash (g) – 1.22 (-)
0.00%
Carbohydrate (279.66g) – 0.2 (Trace)
0.07%
Total Dietary Fiber (17.1g) –
Total Sugars (g) –
Calcium (663mg) – 70 (Good)
10.56%
Iron (11.58mg) – 0.51 (Trace)
4.40%
Magnesium (275.4mg) – 39 (Good)
14.16%
Phosphorus (1,143mg) – 237 (Good)
20.73%
Potassium (2,499mg) – 259 (Good)
10.36%
Sodium (2,160mg) – 111 (Trace)
5.14%
Zinc (13.5mg) – 1.64 (Good)
12.15%
Copper (2.22mg) – 0.379 (Good)
17.07%
Manganese (3.51mg) – 0.033 (Trace)
0.94%
Selenium (24.90µg) –
Vitamin C [Ascorbic Acid] (99mg) –
Vitamin B1 [Thiamin] (0.96mg) –
Vitamin B2 [Riboflavin] (1.08mg) –
Vitamin B3 [Niacin] (10.44mg) –
Vitamin B5 [Pantothenic Acid] (4.5mg) –
Vitamin B6 [Pyridoxine] (1.59mg) –
Total Folate (µg) –
Vitamin B9 [Folate/Folic Acid] (240µg) –
Food Folate (µg) –
Dietary Folate Equivalents (µg) –
Total Choline (474mg) –
Vitamin B12 [Cyanocobalamin] (2.4µg) –
Vitamin A [Retinol] (2,207.79IU) –
Vitamin A [Retinol] (663μg RAE) –
Vitamin A [Retinol] (663μg) –
Alpha-Carotene ([estimated] 7,956µg) –
Beta-Carotene ([estimated] 3,978µg) –
Beta-Cryptoxanthin ([estimated] 7,956µg) –
Lycopene ([estimated] 19,890µg) –
Lutein + Zeaxanthin ([estimated] 22,873.5µg) –
Vitamin E [Alpha-Tocopherol] (6.6mg) –
Vitamin D [Cholecalciferol] (4.44µg) –
Vitamin D [Cholecalciferol] (177.6IU) –
Vitamin K [Phylloquinone] (51µg) –
Saturated Fatty Acid (7.02g) – 0.056 (Trace)
0.80%
Monounsaturated Fatty Acids (15.6g) – 0.048 (Trace)
0.31%
Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (24.9g) – 0.079 (Trace)
0.32%
Cholesterol (300mg) – 189 (Rich)
63%
Vitamin B8 [Biotin] (51µg) –
Chromium (30µg) –
Fluorine (3.51mg) –
Iodine (131.4µg) –
Molybdenum (50.1µg) –
Chloride (2,061mg) –
Polyunsaturated Fats [Omega-6] (g) –
Polyunsaturated Fats [Omega-3] (g) –
Boron (17.4mg) –
Nickel (0.9mg) –
Vanadium (1.02mg) –