Good types of animal liver you should eat

August 30, 2013 16:20

Animal liver, if consumed in moderation, can be an important source of essential vitamins for the body on a daily basis.

Animal livers are not only rich in vitamins but also contain a large amount of protein. Many countries have used chicken, beef, mackerel, and many of their organs in their dishes. Organ meats have a high cholesterol content. "However, their livers are rich in iron and vitamins. A small portion is enough to provide the body with the nutrients once a month," according to the American Heart Association.

Here is a list of nutrient-rich animal livers for a healthy diet.

Calf liver

Calf liver is not like its meat. Many people find that calf tastes better than beef because calves have a short lifespan and are more likely to be healthy and toxin-free animals. Calf liver contains vitamin A, which is essential for the eyes, skin, teeth, bones, and soft tissues. It also helps boost the body’s immune system. Vitamins B6 and B12 found in calf liver help form healthy red blood cells.

Duck liver

Duck liver, similar to foie gras, is a popular food in France and can be quite expensive. Duck liver is rich in protein, minerals, and vitamins, including copper, vitamin A, and nine essential amino acids. Copper is a trace element that is essential for the human body. It is also important for building bones, stimulating hormones, and regulating your heart rate. The American Cancer Society has shown that copper has antioxidant properties and may help fight cancer.

Cod liver

The benefits of this liver are due to the oil it contains. Mackerel liver oil has been used to treat a variety of ailments. Like many fish oils, it contains nutrients such as beta-carotene, vitamin A, vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, and is lower in saturated fat than other oils.

Vitamin D is important for calcium absorption. The oil in cod liver oil is important in helping to combat this vitamin deficiency and help prevent diseases such as rickets.

Chicken liver

Make sure they are organic chicken livers (chickens raised using organic methods). Otherwise, you risk eating livers that are full of stimulants and toxins. Organic chicken livers contain vitamin B12, a deficiency of which can cause anemia. Vitamin B12 can prevent memory loss, boost mood and energy, slow down the aging process, and strengthen the body's immune system. Since chicken livers have lower levels of vitamin A than calf or duck livers, you should eat chicken livers more often.


According to VnExpress - NM

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