Cheap Thai! Meat that is “better than ginseng” Foreigners praise it, protein surpasses salmon, good for liver-kidney-heart.
China praises “eel” as better than ginseng, protein richer than salmon, nutritional value at the superfood level, nourishes the liver, boosts immunity and takes care of the heart!
Eel has become a popular health food in Asia, especially in China, where local media has hailed it as “healthier than ginseng” due to its rich nutritional content and ability to nourish the liver, kidneys and immune system.
According to China News, Chinese people believe that eating eel in summer can deeply nourish the โปรโมชั่นพิเศษจาก UFABET สมัครตอนนี้ รับโบนัสทันที body. It has higher protein than salmon and a variety of nutrients, and is considered more valuable than ginseng.
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), 100 grams of cooked eel provides 23.6 grams of protein, which is more than the 22.1 grams found in cooked salmon. Eel is also rich in vitamins A, B6, B12, C, calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, and beneficial unsaturated fatty acids.
5 important benefits of eel for the body
- Nourishes and protects the liver: Vitamin A in eel helps slow down the deterioration of liver cells and enhances the body’s metabolic system.
- Boosts immunity: Vitamins A, C, D and the mineral zinc found in eel play a key role in boosting the immune system, helping to protect against pathogens and strengthening the lining of the respiratory and digestive tracts.
- Good for your heart and blood vessels: Eel contains omega-3 fatty acids, such as DHA and EPA, which help lower bad (LDL) cholesterol and increase good (HDL) cholesterol. It also contains potassium, B vitamins, iron, and magnesium, which promote heart and blood vessel health.
- Bone and joint health: Vitamin D helps in calcium absorption, while calcium and phosphorus in eel help strengthen bones, preventing osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
- Boosts Memory and Brain: Eel contains DHA and lecithin, which are substances that help improve brain and memory development. Regular consumption of lecithin may improve memory performance by up to 20%, according to several research reports.
Thailand, a source of native eels with potential for export
Eels are aquatic animals that have been a part of the Thai way of life for a long time, especially in the central, northern and northeastern regions , where there are natural water sources such as rice fields, swamps and natural canals. Where rice field eels ( Monopterus albus ) are commonly found and are widely used as a local food.
In recent years, Thailand has begun to cultivate eel commercially. Especially in provinces with abundant water resources such as Nakhon Sawan, Kamphaeng Phet, Sukhothai and Phatthalung, to meet domestic demand. As well as to support export opportunities to foreign markets such as China, Vietnam, Japan and South Korea. Where the demand for eel consumption has been continuously increasing.
Although Thailand’s eel exports are still in their infancy compared to neighboring countries, with the popularity of health foods and the praise of eel in China as “better than ginseng”. Thailand has a great opportunity to develop the eel market for growth in the future. The Thai government and private sectors have begun to place importance on GAP standard farming. Including processing into ready-to-cook products to increase value and meet the needs of the international market.
Because eel is not only a local food, but also a “superfood” full of nutritional value, helping to nourish many body systems, including the liver, heart, bones, and brain. While also generating income for Vietnam from exports to foreign markets, especially China. Where demand is continuously increasing.