5 Things That Happen When You Eat Oysters
Does the thought of eating raw oysters make you squeamish?
You are not alone.
I used to feel that way too - until I tried some super fresh Pacific oysters one day. I quickly found out that these tasty little morsels, flavored with a little shot of tabasco and a squeeze of lemon, were mighty good, and good for me.
Fresh oysters have a delicious earthy, briny flavor that tastes a little like the ocean. The key thing is that oysters are literally one of the MOST nutrient-dense superfoods on earth—and sea!
Read on to find out what happens when you eat oysters…
1. You Feel Great Because Oysters Are Packed with Nutrition
First, oysters are absolutely packed with vitamins and minerals. In fact, oysters are far healthier than most types of seafood because of their high levels of nutrients.
And oysters are considered a zinc powerhouse. In fact, you only need to eat 1-3 oysters (depending on size) to get your daily allotment of zinc. Zinc is an essential mineral for your immune system, healthy skin, wound healing, healthy thyroid function, tasting and smelling - and your ability to focus, think, learn, and remember. Studies show zinc is especially helpful for those with ADHD and dementia.
Zinc is also a necessary nutrient for testosterone production. Studies show men who consumed 30mg of zinc a day increased their testosterone levels (that’s about 3-5 oysters a day).
The selenium in oysters is also important for thyroid function, immune health, brain power, and metabolism. Oysters are also a great source of vitamin B12, which adds to your energy, clarity and focus.
Oysters also contain these important nutrients:
Iron
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Vitamin D
Copper
Manganese
2. Your Sex Life Heats Up
If you think about it, oysters are pretty sexy and sensual to eat, with all that slurping and sucking.
The zinc in oysters stimulates testosterone production in both men and women. And, because testosterone is great for giving you a zesty libido, that makes oysters pretty good for your sex life. Other research shows that oysters contain other amino acids that trigger increased levels of sex hormones.
Eating oysters also increases dopamine, which is a brain chemical involved in romance and desire. In fact, dopamine is the neurotransmitter for desire. Pair that with the magnesium in oysters, and you will feel relaxed, happy… and in the mood.
3. You Get Firmer and Fitter
One serving of raw oysters (3 oysters) contains about 8-10 grams of protein depending on size. While that doesn’t seem like a huge amount of protein, consider that most people who like oysters eat about 6-12 of them at a time.
Oysters are mostly protein, so you don’t get extra calories, fat, or carbs with that healthy serving of protein. This makes oysters filling, satisfying, and great for your ‘bod’!
4. Your Brain and Heart Get Healthier with Omega 3’s
Oysters are loaded with omega 3 fatty acids. These fats are vital for brain and nervous system health, your joints, your vision and your heart health. Oyster’s omega 3’s help to lower inflammation in the body, lower cholesterol levels and even make your skin look softer and smoother.
Omega 3 fatty acids are also known to improve your mood, reducing anxiety, depression and irritability.
5. Your Bones Get Stronger
Oysters are such a rich source of calcium, vitamin D, copper, zinc, magnesium and manganese. All these nutrients are necessary for our own bone health. If you think about it, oysters have the ability to create their own rock hard shells and pearls.
These bone-like substances are similar to our bones, and oysters can provide us with nutrition for stronger bones. These nutrients in oysters are also considered important to slow or prevent osteopenia or osteoporosis in the elderly.
Just be aware…
Raw oysters can contain certain types of bacteria or viruses that can make you sick, so purchase oysters from a reputable seafood source or from a busy seafood restaurant to get the freshest, purest oysters. Oysters can also be eaten cooked as well, although they lose some of their nutrients during the cooking process.
Oysters are a highly nutritious type of shellfish that offer a wide range of health benefits. They are the “Superfood of the Sea” and are packed with protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants—all great for our physical health, mental health, and our love life.
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