Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Fresh Lobster is a Healthy Treat for All

By Shannon Linnen

When you're on a diet, it can be maddening trying to get the nutrients you need, and still lose weight. One of the hardest things is trying to find a lean protein that's good for you, and that you like to eat. Tofu is always an option, but isn't the same as meat. Red meat isn't an option of course, but chicken gets tiring, after a while. And fish has been reported to have high mercury levels, meaning you shouldn't eat it every day. So what protein can you enjoy? How about some fresh lobster!

Lobster has gotten a bad rap for years as being something that's indulgent and bad for you. While it's true that lobster does have a great indulgent taste, it just isn't true that it's bad for you. In fact, at about 90 calories for a three and a half ounce serving, lobster is an incredibly good for you way to get your protein, better than steak or even chicken? I know it seems hard to believe, but it's true. You can eat fresh lobster as part of a healthy and balanced diet.

Much of the reason that people have felt that fresh lobster was unhealthy is because of traditional preparations. When you think of lobster, you think of a heavy, creamy bisque, or dredging it in drawn butter. And of course, adding these fats to any protein makes it unhealthy, the same would be true for any fish prepared in oil or butter, or chicken and steak pan fried. But lobster on its own is actually quite good for you. It is prepared by steaming, which takes away many of the oils and fats often used in preparing other meats, which is an added healthy bonus.

Lobster is not only a low calorie food, it's also good for your heart health. Like many other crustaceans and types of fish, lobster is high in heart healthy omega three fatty acids. These fatty acids help to promote the healthy of your heart, and are recommended by doctors. Many other food producers are even adding them to their products like milk! Fresh lobster is a great way for you to get the benefits of omega three's in a natural way. it's also a great source of protein to keep your energy up on long days.

There are many great ways for you to enjoy lobster in a healthy way. If you love salad, try adding a few chunks of lobster. This is a great way to add flavor and texture, get some protein, and not add a lot of calories to a healthy meal. Lobster also goes great with any strong flavored bread. If you're stuck for dinner, why not try some simple and classic pasta and oil. Simply use whole wheat pasta, dress it sparingly, and add some lobster to give it a great flavor that family and friends will love.

Are you ready to ditch the chicken and bring in the fresh lobster? I know I am! Fresh lobster is a great and healthy alternative to boring, tired old menus, so spice up your dinner tonight! - 15634

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