By MACROS | Published on October 3, 2017
Seafood gives you a lean source of protein that’s usually rich in omega-3 but these lesser-eaten mollusks will also give you weapons-grade health and fitness improvements.
Topping the health hot list
As well as making the tastiest pasta sauce ever, mussels also grease the cogs in your exercise engine room. Research in Respiratory Medicine found they significantly improve lung function and reduce exercise-induced asthma. “Not only does it reduce symptoms, which will make you feel better, it could also potentially improve athletic performance,†says Timothy Mickleborough, the study author. Well worth making them a weekly treat rather than an extravagance.
The easier alternative
If you can’t get these in your local store then try a green-lipped mussel supplement.
Buffet of benefits
1. Reduced inflammation
2. Reduced asthma
3. Reduced stomach ailments
4. Cancer fighting
5. Reduced joint pain
– RELATED: Post-workout Paella Recipe –
Cramp no more
A measly 100g serving will give you 170% of your manganese requirements, which a University of Maryland study found keeps your bones strong and wards off workout-ending muscle cramps.
The facts
(Based on: 100g as set by USDA)
86Â calories | 4g carbs | 0g sugar | 12g protein | 0g fibre | 28mg cholesterol | 170% of your RDA manganese
