Shellfish
For dietary strategy for zinc intake
The experts we follow agree on this.
Shellfish are a strongly supported, nutrient-rich source of zinc and copper.
Who is behind it
Voices including a nutritional sciences PhD, a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator and a certified naturopath.
How strong the research is
Backed by some published research, and by what the experts see in practice.
In their words
“to get the most zinc from your diet include shellfish organ meat and red meat on a regular basis”
a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator
Diverse shellfish and organ meats provide both zinc and copper and reduce risk of deficiency or imbalance.
Increases blood flow to the brain, reduces inflammation, stimulates BDNF production, and improves insulin sensitivity important for brain function.
Shellfish and beef liver provide nutrients to support progesterone production and reproductive health.
Shellfish are among the simple foods that can upgrade multiple aspects of health.
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The research beneath it
- Priority Micronutrient Density in Foods.Frontiers in nutrition, 2022
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